Description
The Seiko SRRY049 (internationally designated as the SRPL61 / SRPL61J1) is a breathtaking, high-performance Japanese automatic mechanical dress timepiece from Seiko’s celebrated Presage Cocktail Time Collection. Recognized globally among horology purists, dress watch connoisseurs, and fine collectors by its iconic series nicknames—the "Cocktail Time", "Skydiving", "Ice Blue", "Blue Moon", or "Cocktail Time Ladies"—this 34.0mm watch is inspired by the glamorous cocktail lounge culture of Tokyo and the bespoke creations of Master Bartender Hisashi Kishi of the world-famous STAR BAR in Tokyo’s Ginza district. It pairs a solid stainless steel case with an ethereal, icy light blue sunray-pressed dial inspired by the refreshing "Skydiving" cocktail, brilliant genuine diamond-set hour markers, razor-sharp dauphine hands, a framed date calendar window at 3 o'clock, an in-house Japanese automatic mechanical movement, a retro box-shaped Hardlex crystal, a 50-meter water resistance rating, and a solid stainless steel construction. Perfectly tailored for women seeking sophisticated mechanical horology, timeless mid-century glamour, and bespoke Japanese artisanal finishing, it transitions effortlessly from black-tie evening affairs to refined professional everyday wear. The defining visual highlight of this SRRY049 / SRPL61 reference is its mesmerizing sunburst ice-blue dial face, sculpted with intricate radial striations to replicate the crystalline, sparkling reflections of a finely poured cocktail in a cut-crystal glass. Set beneath a vintage box-shaped Hardlex crystal that amplifies edge refractions and optical depth, the dial is adorned with genuine diamond accents set into faceted silver-tone indices, catching and dispersing ambient light with captivating brilliance. Faceted dauphine hands and a slender sweep second hand sweep smoothly across the luminous pale blue landscape, while a neatly framed date window rests at 3 o'clock to preserve clean visual balance. The harmonic interplay between the cool ice-blue dial, sparkling diamond accents, mirror-polished steel bezel, and brushed multi-link steel bracelet delivers a chic, luxurious, and heirloom-grade presence on the wrist. Beneath its refined exterior, the watch is powered by Seiko’s proven in-house Caliber 4R35 automatic mechanical movement. Built with advanced self-winding mechanical architecture, the caliber is equipped with manual hand-winding capability and second-hand hacking (stop-seconds) functionality for down-to-the-second time synchronization. Operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz) across 23 jewels, this mechanical engine coordinates central three-hand timekeeping alongside a quickset date calendar at 3 o'clock, delivering a dependable 41-hour power reserve generated entirely by the natural motion of the wearer’s wrist or manual winding via the fluted crown. The case is crafted with classic mid-size feminine proportions, measuring 34.0mm in diameter with a slender profile thickness of 10.7mm, an ergonomic lug-to-lug distance of 40.4mm, and a 17mm lug width, ensuring a tailored, flush, and exceptionally comfortable fit on the wrist. The solid stainless steel case features fine mirror-polished bevels and a vintage-styled fluted crown designed for tactile hand-winding. An exhibition see-through caseback proudly displays the decorated automatic movement and beating balance wheel within. Built for dependable daily elegance, the watch achieves a certified 50-meter (5 bar / 5 ATM / 165 ft) water resistance rating suitable for everyday splashes and hand washing. The timepiece comes completed on an integrated multi-link solid stainless steel construction, secured by a double-folding deployment clasp with a dual push-button release.
