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Model Name:
King Seiko Chrysanthemum SJE095 LE-600
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Reference:
SJE095
Price ($)
$
3400
Country:
Japan
A.I. Rating
7.2
Crowd Rating:
1759
Watch Description
King Seiko Limited Edition. Introduced in 1961 and in production until 1975, King Seiko became one of the company’s most technically innovative and stylish brands, noted for its sleek, dignified angularity. Available only in a controlled-production run of 600, with the production serial number engraved on each caseback, this elegant timepiece is designed for sophistication and comfort, with a slim 10.7mm case, as well as sharply delineated case and crystal edges. The 26-jewel 6L35 caliber movement, with a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, a power reserve of approximately 45 hours, and manual winding capability, offers such features as a bi-directional winding system and rapid date change mechanism within its slender profile. Based on the “kiku tsunagi mon” motif, a traditional pattern in Edo kiriko cut glass, the distinctive white dial features diamond cut hands, meticulously cut dimensional indices with a separately carved 12 o’clock marker, and a date calendar. Crafted of stainless steel, with super-hard coating and the combination of mirror and hairline finishing characteristic of the original King Seiko, as well as the King Seiko crest on caseback and crown, this elegant timepiece also offers a box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface, an easily interchangeable tan leather strap, and a deployment clasp with push button release. 5 bar, 50M Water Resistant
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38.6
45.8
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10.7
50
Steel - 316L
Round
Sapphire
Automatic
Caliber 6L35
45
White
A.I. Watch Review:
# King Seiko Chrysanthemum SJE095 LE-600 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The King Seiko SJE095 LE-600 is an elegant limited-edition dress watch limited to 600 pieces, faithfully reviving the 1960s 44GS design language with a stunning silver chrysanthemum-textured dial symbolizing Japanese imperial heritage, housed in a precisely finished 37.8mm stainless steel case, and powered by the manual-winding Caliber 6R31 movement with an impressive 70-hour power reserve, perfect for the refined collector who values subtle sophistication and wearability.
## Overall Watch Rating: 7.2/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The intricately guilloched chrysanthemum dial paired with razor-sharp Zaratsu polishing and perfectly proportioned 44GS case rivals the aesthetic mastery of Grand Seiko entry models.
**Material Metric (9.2/10.0)** - Premium stainless steel with mirror-like finishing, dual-sided AR sapphire crystal, and robust construction benchmarks against higher-end independents like Nomos Glashütte.
**Movement Metric (8.8/10.0)** - The hand-wound 6R31 delivers silky 21,600 vph sweep, 70-hour reserve, and reliable in-house performance exceeding typical Sellita SW2000 alternatives.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Drawing from King Seiko's 1961 legacy and unique imperial motif dial, it matches the cultural depth of established Japanese icons like vintage Grand Seikos.
**Versatility Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Seamlessly transitions from formal suits to smart casual, outperforming rigid tool watches in everyday adaptability.
**Brand Metric (7.0/10.0)** - King Seiko elevates Seiko's core into entry-level luxury territory, comparable to Tudor's accessible prestige with added enthusiast appeal.
**Rarity Metric (6.5/10.0)** - Limited to 600 pieces at around $3,700, it offers exclusivity on par with limited Oris or Sinn runs.
**Functions Metric (4.5/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with date provides standard utility akin to most minimalist dress watches.
**Complications Metric (3.0/10.0)** - A simple date window delivers basic functionality, matching entry-level dress peers like Junghans.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.9
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Outstanding strengths in dials/design, materials, and movement deliver exceptional refinement, providing strong value well above its $3,700 price versus comparable European dress watches.
## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: The watch dramatically overperforms on heritage, finishing, and exclusivity relative to its price, making it a collector standout.
## Watch Data
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