Presage family · 13 references Seiko

Presage Style 60s

Name: Seiko Presage Style 60s
Brand: Seiko
Availability: InStock

40.8mm

Low $299

Median $342

High $429

Search Presage Style 60s Listings

The Seiko Presage Style 60s borrows the box-shaped crystal, faceted markers and restrained bezel of Seiko’s 1964 Crown Chronograph, but puts them to work in an everyday automatic rather than a stopwatch. That combination gives it a distinctive place within Presage: less dressy than the Cocktail Time models, with enough mid-century detail to reward a closer look.

The first choice is between a conventional dial and the Open Heart versions, including SSA423, which pair an exposed balance with a 24-hour display. Choose the former for a cleaner expression of the original inspiration; the latter makes the movement part of the design. The raised Hardlex crystal contributes much of the watch’s character, but it isn’t sapphire, so scratches on that prominent surface deserve attention. And despite the chronograph ancestry, the bezel is fixed—not a timing tool.

MovementAutomatic

Case MaterialStainless Steel

Case Size40.8mm

What owners love

The retro-inspired design stands out with its distinctive 1960s vibe, especially the boxed crystal and vintage-style bezel, which are uncommon at this price point.
The sunburst dial colors, particularly the green and brown variants, have a unique warmth and dynamic character that owners say look much richer in person.
The thin case profile and compact lug-to-lug make it wear comfortably on a wide range of wrists, despite the stated diameter.

Common Criticisms

The stock bracelet feels rattly and cheap, with hollow end links and a stamped clasp that don't match the watch's overall look.
Owners find the lume performance weak and short-lived, especially compared to other Seiko models.
The movement, usually the 4R35, is criticized for its noticeable rotor noise and average accuracy out of the box.

Presage Style 60s

What owners love

Common Criticisms

Reviews & Videos

Right Now on eBay

Recent Forum Listings

Presage References at a Similar Price

Other Seiko Models