SEIKO HDB012 – FTC 40th Anniversary Limited Edition Orange Dial Automatic Watch
The SEIKO HDB012 is a limited-edition automatic watch from the Seiko 5 Sports SKX Series, celebrating the 40th anniversary of San Francisco skate brand FTC. Featuring a vibrant orange dial, gold-tone stainless steel case, and Seiko's Caliber 4R36 automatic movement, this special model is limited to just 663 pieces.
Available exclusively in Japan and the United States, the HDB012 honors FTC's San Francisco roots with a distinctive design inspired by the city's signature orange color.
Design Overview
The SEIKO HDB012 features a dimensional orange dial, gold-tone case, and the FTC logo at 6 o'clock. Inspired by Seiko's archival dial designs from the 1980s, it combines Japanese watchmaking with San Francisco street culture.
The see-through case back features the FTC logo, FTC 40TH ANNIVERSARY marking, and an individually engraved serial number. A black nylon replacement strap, original watch cloth, and special edition box are also included.
Key Features
- SEIKO HDB012 FTC 40th Anniversary Limited Edition
- Seiko 5 Sports SKX Series
- Collaboration with San Francisco skate brand FTC
- Celebrates FTC's 40th anniversary
- Limited edition of 663 pieces
- Available exclusively in Japan and the United States
- 42.5mm stainless steel case
- Gold-tone case finish
- 13.4mm case thickness
- 46.0mm lug-to-lug length
- Orange dial inspired by San Francisco
- Dimensional dial with FTC logo at 6 o'clock
- 1980s archival-inspired design
- Automatic movement with manual winding – Caliber 4R36
- Approximately 41-hour power reserve
- 24 jewels
- Day and date display
- Stop-second hand function
- Unidirectional rotating bezel
- LumiBrite hands and indexes
- Hardlex crystal
- 10 bar / 100 meters water resistance
- Stainless steel bracelet
- Three-fold clasp with secure lock
- 22mm lug width
- See-through screw case back with FTC logo
- FTC 40TH ANNIVERSARY case back marking
- Individually numbered limited edition
- Additional black nylon strap included
- Original watch cloth included
- Special edition packaging
Case & Exterior
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Case Material: Stainless steel
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Case Finish: Gold-tone
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Dial Color: Orange
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Dial Design: Dimensional dial with FTC logo at 6 o'clock
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Bezel: Unidirectional rotating bezel
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Crystal: Hardlex crystal
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Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet
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Additional Strap: Black nylon strap
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Clasp: Three-fold clasp with push-button release and secure lock
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LumiBrite: LumiBrite on hands and indexes
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Lug Width: 22 mm
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Water Resistance: 10 bar / 100 meters
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Magnetic Resistance: 4,800 A/m
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Case Back: See-through screw case back with FTC logo, FTC 40TH ANNIVERSARY marking, LIMITED EDITION engraving, and serial number
Case Dimensions
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Diameter: 42.5 mm
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Thickness: 13.4 mm
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Lug-to-Lug: 46.0 mm
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Lug Width: 22 mm
Movement & Automatic Performance
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Movement Type: Mechanical Automatic with Manual Winding
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Caliber: 4R36
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Power Reserve: Approximately 41 hours
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Jewels: 24
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Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day and date
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Stop-Second Function: Yes
Summary
The SEIKO HDB012 celebrates FTC's 40th anniversary with a distinctive orange dial inspired by San Francisco and a striking gold-tone stainless steel case. Powered by Seiko's Caliber 4R36 automatic movement, it combines reliable mechanical performance with a design rooted in skateboarding culture.
Limited to just 663 pieces and available exclusively in Japan and the United States, this Seiko 5 Sports FTC Limited Edition is a distinctive collectible for enthusiasts of Japanese watches, limited-edition timepieces, and San Francisco street culture.
Official Seiko Warranty
This watch comes with a 3-Year Official Seiko Limited Warranty, covering eligible manufacturing defects in the movement, case, and metal bracelet, subject to Seiko's warranty terms and conditions.
For complete warranty details, please visit the Official Seiko USA Warranty Policy.
For more details, visit the official Seiko website.
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