Seiko 145th Anniversary 5 Sports SKX Limited Edition Watch in Edo Purple PRE-ORDER
HDB003
PRE-ORDER DELIVERY EXPECTED: OCTOBER 2026
Description
The Seiko 5 Sports HDB003 is a 145th Anniversary SKX Limited Edition in Edo Purple. Created as part of a special collection to commemorate 145 years since Seiko began as a Tokyo clock and watch repair shop in 1881, this limited edition model celebrates the lasting appeal of the Seiko 5 Sports collection with a distinctive anniversary colourway.
The dial is finished in Edo Murasaki, or Edo Purple, a traditional Japanese colour that symbolises hope for the future and reflects the refined beauty of the Edo period in Tokyo. Gold-coloured logo accents add warmth and contrast, giving the watch a subtle anniversary finish while keeping the bold, sporty character of the SKX design.
First released in the 1990s, the SKX Seiko 5 Sports watches were a modernised version of Seiko’s earlier classics, updating the reliability and durability of the 1960s originals. The 90s collection introduced improved practicality, including enhanced water resistance, strengthened crystals, and luminous hands and hour markers. Those wearable and dependable qualities continue in today’s modern Seiko 5 Sports designs.
The HDB003 keeps the familiar SKX-inspired look, with a black rotating bezel, bold hands, clear hour markers and a day-date display. The stainless steel case and bracelet give the watch a practical everyday feel, while the rich purple dial and gold-coloured details make this limited edition stand out from the standard collection.
Seiko 5 Sports has been known for over fifty years for reliability, durability, performance and value. The “5” represents the five key features that have defined Seiko 5 watches from the beginning: automatic movement, day-date display, water resistance, recessed crown and a durable case and bracelet.
As a limited edition within Seiko’s 145th Anniversary collection, the HDB003 is a special release for collectors and Seiko 5 Sports enthusiasts. With its Edo Purple dial, SKX-inspired design and anniversary significance, this model is expected to be a desirable addition to the Seiko 5 Sports range when it arrives in the UK.
Delivery and return
- In stock items will be delivered within 1-3 working days (*usually the same day if ordered before 1pm but this can vary during busy periods).
- Where size adjustments need to be made delivery is usually 7-10 working days. However if the product needs to be ordered/made to your specification, delivery can be around 4-6 weeks.
- If you need an item for a specific date please contact us prior to your purchase so we can advise you on delivery. If you need an item quicker, please ask and we'll do our best to meet your requirements.
- For a fast delivery and for insurance purposes, we send all deliveries to mainland UK addresses via Royal Mail. We offer free shipping on UK orders over £75 (excluding larger or heavier items). For orders under £75 there is a £4.95 shipping charge.
- All orders will require your signature upon receipt. For more information on shipping please go to our Delivery and Returns page.
- UK (excluding Ireland) Orders up to £100 will be sent via Recorded Delivery. Orders over £100 will also be dispatched via Special Delivery.
- Please contact us for International shipping rates as these may vary.
- Customs and taxes vary in each country outside of the UK. Pease check your own country customs information as the recipient is required to pay these fees before goods will be released from customs.
RETURNS
- You have 14 days to notify us if you wish to return unwanted goods (goods must be in the same condition as they were received) and another 14 days for us to receive the goods. This means you have a total of 28 days to return an unwanted item. You are responsible for the return postage costs which must include suitable insurance cover for the item as well as being tracked delivery (we recommend Royal Mail Special Delivery within the UK)
- Items returned from outside of the UK will also have our customs charges deducted from refunds.
- There will be a fee of £7.50 deducted from refunds on returned earrings for a cleaning and sterilisation process.
- If you ordered a ring in the wrong size please contact us as soon as possible to arrange re-sizing the ring with us free of charge, excluding your return shipping charge (small charges may apply for alterations on pre-owned items) Please make sure the ring is unworn as we are unable to size certain designs and will therefore need to exchange the ring.
- If you have purchased an item by interest free credit and you wish to return the item please contact us before returning to discuss your options.
- If you wish to return goods which are faulty (manufacturers fault) this must be within 6 months of the date the goods were purchased.
- Please be aware our insurance only covers items we ship out and it does not cover items sent from the consumer therefore you are responsible for the cost of returning the item including any necessary insurance cover in case the parcel is lost in transit.
- In the rare event that an item is faulty within the 28days of purchase please return your item via a tracked and insured delivery service (via Royal Mail Recorded or Royal Mail Special Delivery - depending on the value of the item) and we will refund your postage cost with a proof of receipt once we have received the goods. Please return all goods to Avanti of Ashbourne ltd, 2-4 Church Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1AE
Payment & Security
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