Is Credor a luxury brand?
It’s Credor Seiko. Or just plain Credor – in the same way it’s Lexus, not Toyota Lexus (even though Toyota owns Lexus). No matter how you say it, Seiko’s Credor sub-brand makes superb luxury watches.
Is Credor owned by Seiko?
Credor is Seiko’s luxury line. These watches set themselves apart with high-quality materials, innovative technology and exquisite craftsmanship.
What is a Credor?
The name Credor comes from the French Créte d’Or, meaning ”the ultimate of the gold,” and has been the name for our collection of high-end watches crafted in precious metals since 1974. Even now, our dedicated master craftsmen use only premium materials and express Japanese beauty and delicate aesthetics.
Where are Credor watches made?
The Japanese DNA in Seiko Credor Watches Seiko Credor is as Japanese as it gets — both in terms of inspiration and market-wise. It is made by Japanese watchmakers for the Japanese people.
Who owns Credor?
Grand Seiko
Grand Seiko and Credor are two of the high-end brands of Seiko.
How many watches a year does Grand Seiko make?
35,000 Grand Seiko watches
With an annual production of 35,000 Grand Seiko watches (close to the likes of Audemars Piguet’s total production, for example), most of the watches stay in Asia. The pre-owned market for Grand Seiko watches is relatively small, especially outside Asia.
How many watches Seiko make a year?
Just like in Shiojiri, the production capacity on those movements is about 100 million per year. In contrast, you will find that the total production number of Grand Seiko is around 35.000 watches per year, of which most will stay in Japan.
How many watches has Seiko made?
Since 2017, Grand Seiko has been a separate entity within the Seiko Watch Corporation and there’s no longer ‘Seiko’ on the dials of the Grand Seiko models. With an annual production of 35,000 Grand Seiko watches (close to the likes of Audemars Piguet’s total production, for example), most of the watches stay in Asia.
Do Grand Seiko hold value?
Grand Seiko produces luxury watches so they will retain most of their value depending on the watch that you purchase and if you can buy it at a discount. Like most watches though you’ll see a depreciation of 5-20% when you try to resell it but that isn’t to say that it’s the same for all models.