Seiko × TiCTAC 35th Anniversary - A Japanese Modern Classic
Some collaborations are limited to a special dial or a different color. The Seiko × TiCTAC SZSB006 is not one of them.
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Developed in collaboration with Seiko for the 35th anniversary of TiCTAC, one of Japan's leading watch retailers, this model reinterprets Seiko's classic mechanical watch line with strong design details taken from the past. The resulting watch is neither a purely field watch nor a traditional dress watch; it lies somewhere in between, possessing its own unique Japanese neo-vintage character.
The warm cream tones used on the matte black dial are one of the watch's most striking details. This tone, consciously chosen for the indices and LumiBrite-filled hands, evokes the look of vintage watches that have naturally aged over the years. The large 12 and 6 numerals, the slim minute scale, and the characteristic cobra hour hand give the design a strong sense of the era.
All of this is combined with the ease of use of a modern Seiko.
The 40 mm stainless steel case offers a very balanced transition between brushed surfaces and polished details, while the black dial and steel bracelet give the watch a character that is extremely suitable for daily use. 100-meter water resistance also reminds us that the SZSB006 is designed not just to be kept in the collection, but to be truly used.
Seiko 4R35B - Visible Mechanical
Under the transparent case back lies Seiko's 23-jewel 4R35B automatic movement.
The hand-wound movement with seconds stop offers approximately 41 hours of power reserve. This mechanical infrastructure, which Seiko has been using for years, complements the vintage-inspired exterior of the SZSB006 with a modern and reliable mechanical watch structure.
However, the most interesting aspect of this model lies not in its technical specifications, but in its story.
A Story That Continues After 35 Years
The SZSB006 emerged in 2019 as part of a special collaboration series with Seiko, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of TiCTAC's first store opening in 1984.
However, the interest in the model didn't end when the anniversary was over.
The SZSB006 was repeatedly restocked in Japan and over the years became one of TiCTAC's most recognizable Seiko collaboration models. The vintage details and everyday usability behind its seemingly simple design allowed the model to transcend being a short-lived anniversary item and create its own following.
This Example
The SZSB006 shown here is particularly noteworthy for being preserved as a complete set.
The watch comes with the original Seiko × TiCTAC box, Japanese documentation, instruction manual, bracelet adjustment tools, and removed original links.
The case, dial, crystal, and original steel bracelet are in pristine condition. From the SEIKO signature on the bracelet buckle to the 4R35B movement visible through the transparent case back, the watch retains its design integrity remarkably well today.
Final Word
The appeal of the SZSB006 lies in its unwillingness to be flashy.
Seiko's reliable mechanical foundation is combined with details drawn from TiCTAC's vintage watch culture; the result is a watch that appears simple at first glance, but upon closer inspection is full of thoughtful small details.
Born for the 35th anniversary celebration in 2019 and still in demand years later, this model, especially in pristine examples preserved with its original set, represents one of the collaborations of modern Japanese watchmaking that will be remembered in the future.
The model you are viewing was manufactured in 2021.
PROFESSIONAL FULL MAINTENANCE. The watch's movement has been completely disassembled, each part cleaned, lubricated, and precisely adjusted to ensure your watch runs smoothly. (No maintenance required for 3 years unless exposed to adverse conditions.)
Product Condition: Tested, all functions working.
