Seiko Coutura

Seiko is one of Japan’s most well-known watch brands, starting with manufacturing well-constructed and finished mechanical watches to pioneering quartz technologies.

Today, their catalog includes a wide range of both mechanical and quartz timepieces that span from economical and utilitarian to high-end and full of tech. The Seiko Coutura collection features some of Seiko’s advanced quartz timekeeping technologies, including solar charging and radio-sync capabilities.

About Seiko Coutura Watches

The Seiko Coutura design language aims to strike a balance between modern and elegant, catering to an urban and active clientele that is looking for a stylish and reliable timepiece with features that match their lifestyle.

Ranging from simple time-only timepieces to complicated multi-function watches with a sporting edge, there are a number of Coutura timepieces to suit a variety of tastes and needs.

Seiko Coutura History

Seiko as a brand was started in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori. Initially starting with clocks, the company moved to producing pocket watches and then produced its first wristwatch in 1913. In 1969, Seiko unveiled the first quartz watch, a horological feat and display of technological might at the time. Seiko continued to innovate by being able to serial produce reliable quartz timepieces, making accurate watches more widely available.

Today, Seiko continues to produce modern quartz timepieces, especially within the Coutura collection. These technology-laden timepieces include features such as solar charging, radio-sync time setting, chronographs, and multiple timezone tracking.

How Much Do Seiko Coutura Watches Cost?

While Seiko Coutura watches are very feature-heavy, they stay within an affordable price range. Simple time and date models with solar charging start at $350 USD, with complicated models with a number of features retail for $695 USD. The high-end models feature chronographs, multiple timezone tracking, radio synchronization, and solar charging.

What’s Unique About Seiko Coutura Watches?

Seiko Coutura watches have a very unique design, with a goal of being modern, urban, and refined. Additionally, Seiko’s variety of quartz technologies make these unique timepieces practical for a wide variety of uses and styles. With the ability to be worn casually and with business attire, they are well-suited for active professionals.

Seiko Coutura Movements

The Seiko Coutura line utilizes a variety of quartz movements. The time and date models utilize the Seiko Caliber V157, which is a solar-powered movement. The chronograph models use the Caliber 7T12, which is a battery-powered movement with time and date, a 60-minute chronograph, and a 24-hour display. The dual-time models use the 8B63, which is a radio-syncing, solar-powered movement with date and world time functionality. The chronograph dual time models use the Caliber 8B92, which adds a chronograph to the 8B63.

Seiko Coutura Watch Colors

The case and dial colors in the Seiko Coutura line are largely conventional, consisting of gold and silver metal tones, with black, gray, and silver dials. There are some models with blue and green dials, and some models feature a carbon fiber weave pattern on the dial.

The use of color is more adventurous when it comes to dial accents, with a variety of bold colors, including red, orange, blue, and yellow.

Seiko Coutura Watch Materials

Seiko Coutura watches utilize stainless steel for the case and bezel, with different coatings to achieve different case finishes. Covering the dial is a sapphire crystal, which is the modern standard for durability with its increased scratch resistance over a mineral crystal.

Buying Seiko Coutura Watches

There are a number of avenues one can pursue if they are interested in purchasing a Seiko Coutura watch. Seiko watches are available online via the Seiko Website and through other authorized online retailers, including Exquisite Timepieces. Seiko watches are also available at brick-and-mortar retailers for those that prefer an in-person shopping experience.

Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized dealer for Seiko watches, both in-person and online. Should you have any questions about Seiko watches, the staff at Exquisite Timepieces will be happy to assist you.

Caring for Your Seiko Coutura Watch

Exquisite Timepieces is able to take care of all servicing procedures for your Seiko watch and ensure it remains in top condition. Should any problems arise with your Seiko timepiece, Exquisite Timepieces will be able to assist you.

Many service issues are easily resolved in-house, and more complicated service needs are easily facilitated with the brand, as Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized Seiko retailer.

Seiko Coutura FAQ

What is a Seiko Coutura?

Seiko Coutura is a line of Seiko watches that feature contemporary designs with a range of quartz timekeeping technologies, including solar charging, radio sync capabilities, and various complications.

How do I charge my Seiko Coutura watch?

Seiko Coutura models that can be charged via solar power need to be exposed to light. With regular exposure to ambient light, Seiko Coutura watches will continue to run and keep accurate time. Seiko solar-powered movements also often have a power save function for when the watch is not worn and/or exposed to light for an extended period of time.

How to set a Seiko Coutura watch?

Time and date models are set via the crown like a conventional watch. Models with advanced features utilize a combination of the crown and pushers to set and adjust the various features. For instructions on how to use a particular model, it is best to consult the user’s manual or consult how-to videos that are available online through the Seiko website.

Find your new Seiko Coutura watch with Exquisite Timepieces

Whether it is your first purchase or adding to an existing collection, Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized retailer for Seiko in our store in Naples, Florida, and online.

As an authorized dealer, all new Seiko timepieces come with their full manufacturer warranties and will be shipped free of charge and fully insured. Should you have any questions, please reach out and contact us, and an Exquisite Timepieces representative will be happy to assist you.