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New Releases · 2026-05-19

King Seiko frames the anniversary Vanac in Seiko Blue

A silver dial and blue hour ring give the 800-piece HKF004 a tuxedo-like contrast.

By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on Gear Patrol

Seiko King Seiko Vanac 145th Anniversary Limited Edition — source photograph
Seiko King Seiko Vanac 145th Anniversary Limited Edition. Photograph: Seiko. Seiko ↗

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What to know

The King Seiko Vanac 145th Anniversary Limited Edition uses a silver-white horizontally patterned centre surrounded by a dark-blue hour ring. Blue hands and white luminous material reinforce the strong contrast, while the faceted 41mm steel case and integrated bracelet retain the revived Vanac’s geometric character.

Reference HKF004J1 is powered by automatic calibre 8L45, with roughly 72 hours of reserve and a stated daily accuracy range of minus five to plus ten seconds. A blue shield decorates the display back. May reporting announced 800 examples at $3,300 for July availability. This steel anniversary edition is distinct from the titanium Vanac collection introduced earlier in the year.

Seiko King Seiko Vanac 145th Anniversary Limited Edition — additional source view
Seiko King Seiko Vanac 145th Anniversary Limited Edition. Photograph: Seiko. Seiko ↗

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Gear Patrol · Published 2026-05-19 ↗