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Model Name:
Seiko Presage Cocktail Time STAR BAR LE-5000
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Reference:
SSA455
Price ($)
$
650
Country:
Japan
A.I. Rating
7.3
Crowd Rating:
1102
Watch Description
A design that symbolizes ripples spreading and shimmering on the surface of a cocktail
Two new models join the STAR BAR series. The watches are inspired by the original cocktails of one of the world's leading bartenders, Mr. Hisashi Kishi, and evoke the exuberant city of Tokyo.
The first bartender to be awarded the "Contemporary Master Craftsman" award, STAR BAR owner Hisashi Kishi created these original cocktails, which are reminiscent of the traditional yet vibrant Tokyo cityscape.
While one is light and bright and the other has a crimson hue, depicting different visual dimensions of the city, each drink is tied together with bitters and a citrus peel.
Equipped with the new caliber 4R72, each of the new models has a skeletonized dial design, which symbolizes ripples spreading out across the surface. These ripples extend from the watch's heart, the balance wheel.
40.5
47.5
20
11.6
50
Steel - 316L
Round
Mineral
Automatic
4R72
41
textured white or gradient crimson
A.I. Watch Review:
<p class="font_8">**Seiko Presage Cocktail Time STAR BAR LE-5000 Model SSA455 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics**
### Watch Summary:
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time STAR BAR LE-5000 Model SSA455 is a limited edition timepiece that embodies the elegance and craftsmanship Seiko is renowned for. This watch is classified under the Formal/Business style category, featuring a sophisticated design with a sunburst dial inspired by cocktail culture. It is powered by an automatic movement, specifically the Seiko Caliber 4R57, which offers a power reserve of approximately 41 hours. This model is intended for watch enthusiasts who appreciate a blend of traditional watchmaking with a modern aesthetic, making it an ideal choice for formal occasions and collectors who value limited edition pieces.
### Overall Watch Rating: 7.3/10.0
- **Dials & Design Metric (8.5/10.0)**
The watch features a beautifully executed sunburst dial with applied markers and a power reserve indicator, showcasing Seiko's attention to detail and design originality.
- **Brand Metric (8.0/10.0)**
Seiko is a well-respected brand known for its innovation and quality, particularly in the mid-premium segment, enhancing its market presence.
- **Material Metric (7.8/10.0)**
The use of stainless steel with a high-quality finish and a sapphire crystal contributes to the watch's durability and premium feel.
- **Movement Metric (7.5/10.0)**
The Seiko Caliber 4R57 is a reliable automatic movement with a power reserve indicator, offering solid performance for its price range.
- **Functions Metric (7.5/10.0)**
The watch includes practical features such as a power reserve indicator and a date function, enhancing its everyday usability.
- **History & Innovation Metric (7.0/10.0)**
While not groundbreaking, the watch draws on Seiko's rich history of creating elegant timepieces with a nod to cocktail culture.
- **Versatility Metric (7.0/10.0)**
Primarily suited for formal settings, the watch's design limits its versatility across different occasions.
- **Rarity Metric (6.5/10.0)**
As a limited edition of 5,000 pieces, it offers moderate exclusivity, appealing to collectors.
- **Complications Metric (6.0/10.0)**
The inclusion of a power reserve indicator and date function provides basic complications, typical for this category.
### Celebrity and Historical Figures:
While no specific celebrities are known to wear this exact model, Seiko watches have been favored by various public figures for their reliability and design. The brand's reputation for quality and innovation has made it a popular choice among watch enthusiasts worldwide.</p>
