King Seiko VANAC
Shortlisted
- Category
- Challenge
- Case
- Titanium
- Movement
- Self-winding mechanical Power reserve: 72 h, 28800 vph
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
- Size
- ø 41.0 mm
- Thickness
- 14.3 mm
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Reference
- HKF001
- Price
- 3,760 CHF
Description
Introduced in 1972, the King Seiko VANAC series expressed a bold and unconventional spirit through its use of vibrant colors and a multifaceted design. Reinterpreted for today, the VANAC embodies King Seiko’s philosophy of “The Newest Classic,” blending heritage with a distinctly modern sense of individuality.
Amazing lightness meets powerful design
Since its inception, VANAC has been dedicated to the exploration of new possibilities. In this latest creation, this distinctive spirit is expressed through the introduction of titanium—a material that naturally aligns with the series’ bold and sporty character. Its distinctive luster and exceptional lightness create a striking contrast between the watch’s powerful, multifaceted form and its effortless feel on the wrist, offering a fresh and unexpected wearing experience.
The dynamic energy of modern Tokyo
Inspired by Tokyo’s cityscape and the highways that run through it, the design captures the perspective of a driver moving confidently toward an open horizon. Horizontal lines intersect with radiating patterns across the dial, evoking roads that stretch and converge in the distance while conveying a sense of speed, depth, and direction.
Within this vision, the dial reflects one of the defining scenes of this journey—the serene moment at dawn when the city gradually emerges in the morning light. The purple tone captures this quiet transition, subtly shifting with changing light while complementing the bold geometry of the case.
The bezel-less case and seamlessly integrated bracelet reinforce a sense of fluid continuity, while carefully refined finishing techniques ensure crisp edges and distortion-free surfaces, preserving the clarity of the design in titanium.
A movement at the forefront of Seiko’s mechanical craftsmanship
Powered by the automatic Caliber 8L45, the watch offers a 72-hour power reserve and the durability required for modern daily wear. Dynamic in expression and effortless in comfort, the titanium VANAC presents a contemporary interpretation of sporty refinement perfectly suited to today’s King Seiko collection.
Supplied by the brand to the GPHG for its entry.