{"product_id":"seiko-5-sports-skx-series-ftc-for-the-city-limited-edition-860-pcs-hdb011j8-mens-watch","title":"Seiko 5 Sports SKX \"FTC - For The City\"  (Limited Edition 860 Pcs) HDB011J8 Men's Watch","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_e4e46209bdaaba70-537\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003eSeiko 5 Sports HDB011J\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003e (also designated across international and United States catalogs as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003eHDB011J8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003eHDB011\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003e within the acclaimed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097\"\u003e5 Sports SKX Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2097 citation-end-2097\"\u003e) is an exclusive, high-performance Japanese automatic mechanical street-sports timepiece.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2096\"\u003eProduced as a strictly limited edition of just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2096\"\u003e860 individually numbered pieces worldwide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2096\"\u003e (available exclusively in Japan and the United States), this collector-grade reference celebrates a landmark collaboration between Seiko and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2096\"\u003eFTC (For The City)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2096 citation-end-2096\"\u003e—the legendary San Francisco skateboard lifestyle brand founded in 1986 by Kent Uyehara, commemorating its 40th anniversary.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003eBuilt on the iconic Seiko SKX sports case platform, this reference has earned defining community nicknames—the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"FTC\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"For The City\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"Two-Tone SKX\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"Black And Gold FTC\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"Skate 5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095\"\u003e\"FTC Limited Edition\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2095 citation-end-2095\"\u003e—for its skate-culture heritage, deep matte black dial with golden accents, gold-tone PVD rotating timing bezel, custom smoked exhibition caseback, and striking two-tone stainless steel finish.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2094 citation-end-2094\"\u003eIt unites a sculpted 316L solid stainless steel case in an authoritative 42.5mm diameter with a matte black dial face, gold-rimmed applied indices, an extra-long orange-tipped seconds hand, an in-house Japanese automatic mechanical caliber, impact-resistant Hardlex crystal glass, certified 100-meter water resistance, and an integrated two-tone solid stainless steel construction accompanied by an additional collector's nylon strap.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Perfectly calibrated for gentlemen, streetwear aficionados, and horological collectors seeking a rare, resilient mechanical tool watch that transitions effortlessly from the skate park and urban streets to casual weekend gatherings and smart-casual evenings. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003eThe defining visual centerpiece of this HDB011J reference is its purposeful, high-contrast matte black dial plate. \u003cspan class=\"citation-2093 citation-end-2093\"\u003eDesigned to maximize legibility while minimizing glare under harsh sunlight, the black surface features a fine gilded outer minute track and warm gold-tone accents.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Positioned proudly above 6 o'clock is the iconic FTC brand logo insignia, seamlessly balancing the classic applied shield emblem of Seiko 5 Sports at 12 o'clock. Circling the perimeter are faceted circular, baton, and triangular hour markers filled generously with Seiko’s high-output LumiBrite compound, paired with gold-plated syringe-style hands to ensure instant visibility in dim lighting and nighttime street conditions. \u003cspan class=\"citation-2092 citation-end-2092\"\u003eA vibrant pop of color is provided by the extra-long sweep seconds hand, finished with a luminous bulbous orange tip that pays homage to classic skate graphics.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e At 3 o'clock sits a framed day-and-date calendar aperture featuring a bilingual display (English\/Kanji on JDM iterations or English\/Spanish on US releases). \u003cspan class=\"citation-2091 citation-end-2091\"\u003eFraming the dial is a unidirectional 120-click rotating bezel finished with gold-tone PVD plating and a black aluminum insert featuring gilded 60-minute elapsed-timing markers and a luminescent pip at 12 o'clock.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003eBeneath its tailored exterior, the watch is powered by Seiko’s proven in-house Calibre 4R36 Japanese automatic mechanical movement, engineered and manufactured at Seiko’s dedicated horological facilities in Japan. \u003cspan class=\"citation-2090\"\u003eOperating at a steady frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz), this 24-jewel self-winding caliber harnesses the kinetic motion of the wearer’s wrist to wind the mainspring, delivering approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2090\"\u003e41 hours of autonomous power reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2090 citation-end-2090\"\u003e on a full wind.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2089 citation-end-2089\"\u003eThe movement features automatic self-winding, manual hand-winding capabilities, an instantaneous day-and-date calendar mechanism, and a hacking seconds (stop-seconds) mechanism that halts the seconds hand when the crown is pulled out for down-to-the-second time synchronization.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003eBuilt with Seiko’s proprietary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003eDiashock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003e shock-absorbing system, the movement delivers dependable stability rated to a factory precision tolerance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003e+45 to -35 seconds per day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003e and incorporates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088\"\u003eJIS Class 1 magnetic resistance (4,800 A\/m)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2088 citation-end-2088\"\u003e, shielding timekeeping accuracy against everyday electromagnetic fields.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003eThe case architecture faithfully retains the ergonomic contours of the legendary SKX platform, measuring an official \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e42.5mm in case diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e with a case profile thickness of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e13.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e, a compact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e46.0mm lug-to-lug distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e, and a standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087\"\u003e22mm lug width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2087 citation-end-2087\"\u003e, ensuring a balanced, wrist-hugging drape on a variety of wrist sizes.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2086 citation-end-2086\"\u003eThe solid 316L stainless steel case combines vertical hairline satin brushing across the upper lugs with mirror-polished case flanks and gold-tone PVD bezel facets.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2085\"\u003eDial protection is provided by a heavy-duty, impact-resistant flat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2085\"\u003eHardlex crystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2085 citation-end-2085\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2084 citation-end-2084\"\u003eEngineered for active street life and water sports, the case features an ergonomic recessed crown at 4 o'clock shielded by sculpted crown guards and a screw-down see-through exhibition caseback fitted with smoked mineral glass.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2083\"\u003eThe caseback is stamped with the FTC logo insignia and engraved with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2083\"\u003e\"LIMITED EDITION\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2083\"\u003e alongside the watch’s unique individual production number (e.g., XXX\/860), securing a certified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2083\"\u003e10-bar (100 meters \/ 330 ft) water resistance rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-2083 citation-end-2083\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"15\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-2082 citation-end-2082\"\u003eThe timepiece comes completed on an integrated two-tone solid stainless steel three-link construction featuring brushed steel outer links and polished gold-tone PVD center accents, secured by a three-fold deployment clasp with a secure lock and push-button release, presented in a custom limited-edition box set with an additional black nylon strap.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"16\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MonaWatch","offers":[{"title":"Default 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