The limited edition watch “The Conte” launched by Seiko in recent days is not only a watch, but also a perfect tribute to the bartending culture! The dark red dial of this watch is exactly the same as the classic Negroni liquor, showing an elegant and retro temperament. Want to know how it perfectly combines the art of bartending with watch design? Read on!

Seiko watches pay homage to bartending culture

Recently, Seiko officially released a limited edition watch – Presage Cocktail Time SRPL96J “The Conte”. This watch is mainly released for the Australasian market and is limited to 1,000 pieces. Why launch such a limited edition watch separately for this region? We may be able to find the answer from the design inspiration of the watch.

The origin of the name “The Conte” is actually not complicated. It directly translates to “Count”, and Negroni is a classic Italian aperitif. Although the names do not sound directly related, if we carefully analyze the characteristics of the two, we will find that the deep red wine of Negroni is exactly the same as the color of the dial of this watch. The elegance displayed by Negroni is precisely the core concept that this watch wants to convey.

From a design point of view, “The Conte” watch uses a 40.5 mm rose gold case with a dark red special wooden box. The dial is built with Seiko’s own 4R35 movement. This movement is not uncommon on the market, but it is precisely because of its rarity that this watch has a “classic” and “retro” atmosphere. The combination of brown leather strap further enhances the overall elegance of the watch.

From the appearance point of view, this watch is indeed a very exquisite work of art. The deep red dial will show different colors under different lights, which is quite similar to Negroni’s playing with the wine when mixing wine. In the dim lighting of the bar, the Negroni will appear deeper, and in bright lights, it will have a charming glow. And this is also well reflected in the “The Conte” watch.

Cocktail inspired design

Since Seiko launched the Presage Cocktail Time series in 2010, this series has been hotly discussed in the market, and can even be said to be pursued by enthusiasts. The reason for such attention is partly because its design is inspired by cocktails in bars. The smooth line design and exquisite dial make people fall in love at first sight.

On the other hand, every watch in this series is like a work of art. The exquisite craftsmanship makes people want to put it in their pocket. Even if they don’t usually wear the watch, they are willing to find a suitable place to display it. And this SRPL96J takes the entire series to a new level with its unique deep red dial.

Conclusion

In short, this “The Conte” watch is really a heart-warming work of art, which combines the classic craftsmanship with the elegance of bartending culture. What do you think of this watch? Do you have the urge to buy one? Welcome to share your views in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!