SEIKO | Introducing the "FC Barcelona Limited Edition" from Seiko

SEIKO Galante "FC Barcelona Limited Model"

A Special Model for "Barça" Fans

From SEIKO Galante, a luxury watch brand born in 2005 with the concept of "self-liberation," comes a collaboration watch with FC Barcelona, a leading global football club.

Text by SHIBUYA Yasuhito

Expressing the Charm of a World-Class Football Club

FC Barcelona, home to star players representing the modern football world such as Messi and Iniesta, consistently leads global football clubs with its innovative attacking style. Affectionately known as "Barça," the club has passionate fans worldwide, including in Japan. In its home city of Barcelona, it reigns as a presence beyond that of a mere football club. SEIKO has had a global partnership with this team for three years, starting in 2011.

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Official release from 2011ChronographSome of you may remember it. This year, a luxurious special model has been released from the high-end watch line "SEIKO Galante," with a limited production of only 150 units worldwide.

The dial design is inspired by the team's emblem, the logo "
FCBARCELONA" is boldly engraved on the bezel, and the team emblem is also engraved on the case back. Furthermore, the lining of the crocodile strap is inscribed with the words "More than a club" in Catalan, the regional language of Catalonia, Spain. It also comes with a luxurious box in the team's colors. This is a special timepiece that passionate Barça fans won't want to miss.

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SEIKO Galante "FC Barcelona Limited Model"

Case: 45mm diameter, Stainless Steel case
Movement: Automatic, in-house Caliber 8L38 mechanical movement
Power Reserve: Approx. 50 hours
Strap & Bracelet: Crocodile strap
Specifications: 20 bar water resistance, limited to 150 units worldwide
Price: ¥525,000
Release Date: Scheduled for release on August 23rd