tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75215354351739496882024-03-13T14:48:27.147-04:00Jikan Watch BlogDedicated to Japanese WatchesSpin Doctorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00071619650374963128noreply@blogger.comBlogger185125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521535435173949688.post-81250323040338966742015-01-18T11:47:00.001-05:002015-01-18T12:53:04.846-05:00Tour of Seiko Factories and Museum and Interview with Mr. Shinji HattoriJames Dowling of TimeZone recently toured and documented his tours of the Seiko Morioka and Shiojiri factories and Seiko museum as well as conducted a one on one interview with Mr. Shinji Hattori, CEO & President of the Seiko Watch Company.<br />
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These factory tours are valuable sources of information of Seiko manufacturing and history as Seiko's public relations machine has not promoted these aspects of the company to the enthusiast audience as much as would would like and less than other manufacturers. Enjoy!</div>
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Spin Doctorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00071619650374963128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521535435173949688.post-70283845616012031252014-08-02T21:20:00.002-04:002014-08-02T21:20:50.070-04:00Orient Star Somes WZ0221EL ReviewThere's been at least 4 iterations of the Orient Star Somes model and this one having a center seconds hand and a traditional dial layout is by far my favorite. The Somes models characteristically have a retro styled cushion case with a fantastic leather strap manufactured by Somes. Once again, the Orient Star line impresses me with its incredible value for the money.<br>
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Seiko Sumo models SBDC001 black, SBDC003 blue, SBDC005 orange. Released in 2006 and still remains a fantastic option for a commercially manufactured larger cased ISO diver. Doubtful there is any better bang for your buck model out there. The TL;DR summary is that the Seiko Sumo case finishing is on a level of its own, but overall at the expense of other attributes of the watch. Also the large size of the case is beyond the limit of many potential wearers.</div>
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The <a href="http://www.citizenwatch.com/en-us/watches/collections/citizen-signature/" target="_blank">Citizen Signature</a> line continues to be a great option for those looking for a watch with high end features that don’t break the bank. The <a href="http://www.citizenwatch.com/en-us/watches/find-a-watch/#filters=family_courageous" target="_blank">Courageous Diver</a> models were released a few years ago in <a href="http://jikanwatch.blogspot.com/2011/04/perpetual-calendar-diver-model.html" target="_blank">2011</a> in a variety of dial and movement options. They have since been reduced in selection, but price wise remain the most affordable option of the entire Signature line. There is a trade off in quality on the Diver model relative to the more expensive Signature models, however, the Divers still represent a good option for something nicer than an entry level Citizen or Seiko.<br>
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With the discontinuation of the <a href="http://jikanwatch.blogspot.com/2012/04/review-of-citizen-signature-flyback.html" target="_blank">Signature Chronograph</a>, the Diver model (located in the Courageous line) is the only remaining sport Signature. Unlike the Chronograph model, much of the intricate work on the case and bracelet are lost on the diver, but the Diver still carries much of the Signature DNA.<br>
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I previously wrote about the Seiko solar diver model SNE107 <b><a href="http://jikanwatch.blogspot.com/2012/07/review-of-seiko-solar-diver-sne107.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> </b>which uses the V158 caliber inside. A friend was kind enough to open up his Rail Road approved model which happens to contain the same movement and shared a picture with me. Looks like a nice construction with a metal top plate and 2 jewels.<br />
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I was reading one of my favorite sites called <a href="http://www.everydaycommentary.com/" target="_blank">Everyday Commentary</a>, and dropped a comment answering a basic watch related question. The site author, Tony, contacted me and asked if I was interested in writing a basic watch primer for his site. I said sure and this is the product of that exercise. Intended to be very high level, but I thought someone here might find some value in it.<br>
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Click <a href="http://www.watchesbysjx.com/2013/05/in-depth-seiko-9f-quartz-movements.html" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b> </a>for the article.Spin Doctorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00071619650374963128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521535435173949688.post-52433259041663049512013-05-14T23:04:00.001-04:002013-05-15T14:10:50.427-04:00Review of Orient Star GMT DJ00001B Star SeekerThe focus for this review is the GMT DJ00001B nicknamed Star Seeker by Orient USA. This model is positioned as the flagship model for Orient Star with a build and MSRP to match.<br>
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If there is one Seiko model which exemplifies Seiko it is the SKX007. A design rooted in the legacy of Seiko's ancestry of divers. Value delivered beyond expectation. A mechanical watch thriving in a world of quartz. A template for the demonstration of creativity of enthusiasts and hobbiests.<br>
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Is it perfect? No, far from it. But its there. Where you expect it to be. Like a well broken in pair of jeans.<br>
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Click<b> </b><a href="http://www.seiko-watch.co.jp/100years/" target="_blank"><b>HERE</b> </a>for the Seiko 100 Year Anniversary web site. Spin Doctorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00071619650374963128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7521535435173949688.post-13928321821107474632013-03-09T06:00:00.000-05:002013-03-09T06:00:02.125-05:00Casio G Shock GW5600Here's a nice model I got for my father a couple of years ago. I picked it purposely because of the large digits, but it also has a nice chunky case. Seems larger than the current 5600 case. Radio controlled module actually works fairly well although I think it only receives the US signal. Nice engraved caseback too.<br>
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I think this one is still available. I've thought about getting my own, but I know my father will bore of his eventually.<br>
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Casio released the Red Rising collection in the fall of 2012 to celebrate the 30 years of existence of the G Shock watch. The collection consists of a 5600, 6900, 2 versions of Frogman and the new model Mudman all packaged in a bold red glossy resin with gold accents. I’m a sucker for the squares, so I made the 5600 model mine.<br>
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