Explorer Concept

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The Explorer Concept brings the romance of ancient cartography to your wrist. Each hand-painted dial captures the spirit of discovery with intricate details of historic trade routes, sailing vessels, and mythical sea creatures sprawled across an aged parchment background. This artistic timepiece transforms the reliable Seiko 5 GMT into a wearable artifact for modern adventurers.

Built on the foundation of Seiko's renowned GMT platform, this watch allows travelers to track multiple time zones with precision and style. The dual-tone blue bezel frames the detailed map artwork, creating a perfect balance between functionality and artistic expression. With its robust automatic movement and distinctive aesthetic, the Explorer becomes both a practical travel companion and a striking conversation starter – perfect for globetrotters, dreamers, and those who appreciate the art of exploration.

Hand-painted, no two dials are alike.
Limited to 200 pieces worldwide.

Hand-painted, no two dials are alike.

Limited to 200 pieces worldwide.

Brand: Seiko
Model: 5 Sports GMT
Reference: SSK033K1
Edition: Limited Edition (200 pieces)

Tech Specs

Caliber: Seiko 4R34
Power Reserve: 41 hours
Diameter: 42.5 mm
Thickness: 13.6 mm
Lug to Lug: 46 mm
Crystal: Hardlex
Water Resistance: 10 bar (100m) (100m)
Material: Stainless steel
Display: Analog

Features

Automatic movementDate displayLimited editionLuminous handsMultiple time zonesRotating bezelWaterproofLuminous markers

What's Included

Box: Custom IFL Box
Warranty: 2 Years IFL Warranty

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Africa	4-6 Business days	3-5 Business days

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Explorer Concept

Name: Explorer Concept
Brand: Seiko
SKU: SSK033E
Price: 1032.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Chart Your Own Adventure

The Explorer Concept transforms timekeeping into a journey of discovery. Each hand-painted dial captures the romance of ancient cartography, featuring intricate trade routes, sailing vessels, and mythical sea creatures across an aged parchment canvas that speaks to every adventurer's soul.

Ancient maps tell stories of courage, discovery, and the endless human desire to explore uncharted territories. The Explorer draws inspiration from these historical treasures, where cartographers documented not just geography but dreams of adventure. Each hand-painted dial becomes a personal artifact, featuring detailed illustrations of historic trade routes, majestic sailing vessels, and legendary sea monsters that once warned travelers of the unknown. Built on the trusted Seiko 5 GMT platform, this artistic timepiece bridges centuries of exploration heritage with modern functionality, creating a wearable map for today's adventurers. This exclusive timepiece is limited to only 200 pieces worldwide , ensuring rarity for collectors and travel enthusiasts who appreciate both horological excellence and artistic craftsmanship.

Limited Edition of only 200 pieces worldwide.

Explorer Concept – Limited edition hand-painted Seiko 5 GMT with ancient map design, bespoke timepiece by IFL Watches

Explorer Concept – Hand-painted limited edition Seiko 5 GMT featuring historic cartography artistry by IFL Watches

GMT Legacy, Artistic Soul

Hand-Painted Cartographic Dial
Features intricate details of historic trade routes, sailing vessels, and mythical sea creatures on an aged parchment background, making each piece a unique work of art.
Dual-Time GMT Function
Track multiple time zones with precision using the distinctive blue bezel and GMT hand, perfect for international travelers and global adventurers.
Seiko Automatic Movement
Powered by reliable Japanese engineering with robust timekeeping that matches the durability of history's greatest explorers.
Explorer's Aesthetic
The dual-tone blue bezel frames the detailed artwork while maintaining the practical functionality that modern travelers demand.
Limited Exclusivity
Only 200 pieces worldwide, ensuring rarity and collectability.

Explorer Concept – Seiko 5 GMT transformed with hand-painted ancient map theme, a unique limited edition creation by IFL Watches

Maps That Changed the World

The golden age of exploration produced some of history's most beautiful and functional art pieces—hand-drawn maps that guided adventurers across unknown seas. These cartographic masterpieces combined practical navigation with artistic imagination, featuring elaborate illustrations of ships, sea monsters, and distant lands that captured the romance of discovery. The Explorer Concept pays homage to this rich tradition of adventure. Our artists meticulously hand-paint each dial to recreate the wonder of these ancient charts. Every brushstroke tells a story of courage and curiosity, transforming the watch face into a personal expedition map. The aged parchment background evokes the weathered pages of historical atlases, while detailed ships and mythical creatures remind us that every journey contains both reality and dreams of the extraordinary.

Explorer Concept – Custom limited edition Seiko 5 GMT with hand-painted trade route artwork by IFL Watches

Precision Meets Adventure

Each Explorer Concept represents the perfect fusion of Japanese watchmaking precision and artistic vision. The reliable automatic movement ensures accurate timekeeping across multiple time zones, while the GMT function provides practical utility for modern travelers. Our certified craftsmen carefully assemble each timepiece, ensuring the hand-painted artwork is perfectly protected beneath durable crystal. The robust construction matches the adventurous spirit of its inspiration, designed to accompany you on real journeys while serving as a daily reminder of exploration's endless possibilities. This exclusive timepiece offers discerning collectors a unique combination of functional GMT capabilities and museum-quality artistic detail, making it an essential accessory for those who view every day as an opportunity for discovery.

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