- SII NE88 Automatic movement (28800 bph)
- 316L marine-grade stainless steel case
- Water resistant to 50 meters / 165 feet
- Screw-down crown
- Dome Hesalite crystal
- Hesalite tachymeter bezel
- Superluminova BGW9 luminous
- 316L marine-grade stainless steel bracelet with solid endlinks
- Fully-articulating solid links secured by screw pins
- Push-button clasp with 3 microadjustment slots
- Included extras: microfiber travel pouch, screwdriver for resizing bracelet, Polywatch tube & polishing cloth
OLYMPIA
The dynamic sports chronograph.
In the glory days of mechanical chronographs, they could be found on the wrists of racers, pilots, astronauts, and daredevils of all sorts. A dashing combination of style, substance, and spirit, the Olympia is that classic chronograph, revived.
Three subdials in a classic 3-6-9 layout show running seconds, elapsed minutes, and hours. Its bezel employs a tachymeter for track days, and while off the track, its high-contrast black subdials on a white base dial make it as striking as it is timeless.
Specifications
Dimensions
- 39mm case width
- 11.7mm case thickness + 2.1mm dome crystal
- 46mm case length / lug-to-lug
- 20mm lug width tapers to 16mm at clasp
- Bracelet fits up to 8-inch wrists
Shipping & Policies
We ship out of New York, NY. Please allow 1-3 business days for processing before shipping.
For addresses within the United States:
Orders are shipped free of charge via FedEx 2-Day.
For US territories and US Military Post Office addresses (APO):
Orders are shipped free of charge via USPS Priority (2-10 business days).
For international addresses:
Orders are shipped via FedEx International Priority (2-5 business days). Fees are automatically calculated by FedEx based on delivery zone.
VAT/taxes and import fees are collected at time of purchase, and no additional charges will be collected at time of delivery. Please note: shipping fees, duties, and taxes paid at time of purchase are non-refundable.
For more information, please consult our store policies page.
A NEW CLASSIC
The legend of chronographs can be traced to a time when they were worn by the most daring. They were there when boundaries were pushed, records broken, and history made. While mechanical movements have largely been phased out, the romance remains.
The handsome yet utilitarian design, the tactile feel of engaging pushers, and the mechanical sweep of the chronograph evoke an era of momentum and progress, when anything seemed possible.
OLD-SCHOOL COOL
Just like its forebears, the Olympia sports a Hesalite crystal. It's stood the test of time on the wrists of race car drivers, pilots, and astronauts. It has a distinct clarity and charm sapphire just can't replicate.
Afraid of scratches? The Olympia includes a Polywatch tube and polishing cloth to keep it looking like new.
ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT
The Olympia uses BGW9 Superluminova on its hands, markers and bezel for a beautiful blue glow and superior low-light visibility.
READY FOR ACTION
Inside the Olympia ticks the SII/TMI (Seiko Instruments Inc./Time Module Inc.) NE88, a three-register automatic chronograph featuring a vertical clutch and a column wheel to ensure smooth and crisp action.
It won't win prizes for decoration, but the goal was never to make something fancy. With Seiko's renowned reliability, this is how a mechanical sports chronograph was always meant to be.
modeled on 6 in. / 15.25 cm wrist
← DESIGN NOTES →
THE INSPIRATION
The allure of chronographs is that people actually used them—and with panache.
From left to right:
Nina Rindt, Universal Genève Compax ref. 885103/02
Paul Newman, Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 6239
REFERENCES
Our favorite chronograph references, each one an icon in its own right, served as the starting point for the Olympia's design.
Universal Genève Compax ref. 885103/02
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 6241
Photos: Analog/Shift + Sotheby's + Heuer Price Guide
DETAILS
One only needs a glance to appreciate the Olympia's good looks, but it sure doesn't hurt to go into detail.
The white base dial has a subtle, silvery sheen that reflects ambient light, harmonizing with the polished applied indices. Circular channels on the subdials convey a sense of perpetual motion.
Light blue and red, a classic racing combination, serve as functional accents, bringing to life the Olympia's dynamic spirit.
YOURS, TRULY
A watch is a companion, a talisman that reflects its wearer's personality, history, and memories. Make your mark with a special message, dedication, or monogram.
The Olympia will return January 2025.
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The inventory for immediate shipping is now sold out.
By pre-ordering now, you are reserving a Gemini Series II from the next production batch, expected for delivery the last week of June 2023.