October 2, 2025 Press Release
Credor to join Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026

Credor is delighted to announce its first participation in Watches and Wonders Geneva, taking place from April 14th to 20th, 2026. This marks a significant milestone for Credor, as it will present its 2026 highlights on one of the world’s most prestigious horological stages.
Since its founding in 1974, Credor has embodied sophisticated craftsmanship and refined elegance. Derived from the French crête d’or, meaning “crest of gold,” the Credor name has long represented the highest echelon of watchmaking artistry. In 2024, Credor celebrated its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of exceptional design and horological excellence.
Throughout its history, Credor has introduced a range of iconic timepieces, including the Eichi II, the Goldfeather, and the Locomotive. Each creation stands as a testament to the words that guide Credor watchmaking: "The Creativity of Artisans." As Credor enters a new chapter in its history, it remains steadfast in the pursuit of the highest expression of quality and beauty in fine watchmaking.
Shinji Hattori, Chairman, CEO, and CCO of Seiko Watch Corporation, commented: “To showcase Credor on a global stage at Watches and Wonders Geneva has been a long-held aspiration of mine. I am confident that visitors will recognize and appreciate the charm of Credor, which, until now, has remained a hidden gem known only to a discerning few outside Japan.”
Credor Collections and Iconic Creations
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Goldfeather – GBBY972
Originally launched in 1960, the Seiko Goldfeather was reimagined in 2023 as the Credor Goldfeather, an ultra-thin mechanical dress watch that captures the essence of a feather: light, elegant, smooth, and graceful. This U.T.D. (Ultra Thin Dress) model exemplifies the beauty of simplicity. Its softly curved, champagne-colored dial features a delicate sunray finish that emits a warm glow, beautifully contrasted by the sharp brilliance of the bezel and lugs.
Learn more: https://www.credor.com/en/lineup/detail/?no=GBBY972
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Locomotive – GCCR997
In celebration of Credor’s 50th anniversary in 2024, the Gérald Genta-designed Locomotive was revived with meticulous attention to detail, faithfully reproducing elements from Genta’s original sketch. In 2025, a new edition was introduced featuring a striking green dial adorned with an intricate hexagonal geometric pattern – a subtle tribute to the watch’s signature hexagonal case and bezel.
Learn more: https://www.credor.com/en/lineup/detail/?no=GCCR997
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Masterpiece Collection – Eichi II GBLT999
Named after the Japanese word for wisdom, the Eichi II is a handcrafted masterpiece that embodies perfection through simplicity. Each of the 12 indexes and the Credor logo are hand-painted on a porcelain dial by elite artisans at the Micro Artist Studio, located within Seiko Epson’s Shiojiri facility in central Japan. Paired with the silent glide motion of the Spring Drive movement’s seconds hand, the Eichi II has earned its place as a timeless icon on the global horological stage.
Learn more: https://www.credor.com/en/lineup/detail/?no=GBLT999
Credor Milestones
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1974
The first Credor watch is introduced, marking the brand’s commitment to achieving the pinnacle of beauty in watchmaking. Crafted with precious metals, it embodies the elegance and refinement that would become Credor’s hallmark.
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1979
The original Locomotive, designed by the legendary Gérald Genta, is unveiled. Its name, meaning “driving force” in French, is a reflection of Genta’s vision of propelling Credor into the future.
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1993
The first watch featuring the ultra-thin mechanical Caliber 6870 is introduced. This time-only movement measures just 1.98 mm in thickness.
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1996
A skeletonized watch is created featuring Caliber 6899, a mechanical movement whose design evokes bamboo. By fusing Western and Japanese engraving techniques, the watch achieves a uniquely radiant expression – balancing artistic beauty with mechanical sophistication.
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2006
The Spring Drive Sonnerie marks the passage of time with the beautifully resonant chime of an orin bell incorporated in the movement. The orin bell, used in traditional Japanese temples, creates a distinctive tone and lingering resonance to evoke a sense of space and serenity, expressing a refined aesthetic sensibility.
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2008
Widely known as Eichi I, the watch takes its name from the Japanese word for 'wisdom.' It features a quietly radiant porcelain dial and introduces a world-first innovation in the Caliber 7R08: the Torque Return System, which recovers energy that would otherwise be lost from its mainspring, thereby extending the power reserve.
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2016
The Fugaku, which features one of the world's smallest hand-wound tourbillon movements for the time, expresses Japan's dynamic yet delicate aesthetic sensibility by fusing original engraving techniques with advanced lacquer artistry.
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2024
In celebrating 50 years since Credor’s birth, this special limited edition symbolizes the brand's unwavering pursuit of ultimate beauty. Four different layers of intricate engraving artistically capture the beauty of flowing water.
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