Some of the leading athletes in the Olympic class contributed their mindworks to inspire the creation of Seiko Velatura. This is also another point that answers Velatura’s high popularity in general; it’s wearing a concept in the form of a watch. There are many forms to choose from and very slim chances you’ll not like any.
Every Velatura is built to take the rigors of extreme 49er racing, but if you want the first one to address the needs of the sport, it is the Kinetic Direct Drive Moon Phase; the cold blue and warm silver tones inspired by the night sky while in the ocean. Built to run reliably and with precision, it is one of the highest forms of desirable timekeeping too.
Another reason for its high popularity is the challenge it won against a challenging sport. It meets the demands of the International 49er Class, its incredible velocity already a legend. Yet, the fastest boat in the Olympic regatta needs the correct split-second decisions and responses to perform fully; no other than the Velatura (among analogs) could do that. Seiko arctura watches overcame the hurdles smiling. The first-hand experiences of some of the finest sailors (all worldwide) made it the sailing watch of the highest level.
How the Velatura looks? They have different faces but some features are common: a multi-level display imparting a sense of depth; separate, regular seconds-hand, a bright glow in the dark, highly visible hands due to sharp distinguishable shapes and carbon fiber! Many of them have it for their dial and the bezel, the last one embraced by prominent, trapezoidal claws. Recessed-head screws are also a common feature.
Overall, get a Velatura if you want to be a part of a concept; if you are looking for something incredibly precise and tough and with a hair-trigger response when you want it real bad. Buy a Velatura if you like a comfortable fit, buy a Velatura even for a narrow wrist! It’s unbelievably flexible despite its massive appearance. It will not tip forward; it’s that balanced. Seiko’s manufacturing credentials are again proved with the Seiko flightmaster, its wild sea background flocking in watch-lovers by hordes. If you ever wanted a dominant-looking chronograph (either mechanical or auto-Quartz) – chances are, you fancied the Velatura!