The Journal | Insights into the New Era of Chinese Haute Horlogerie

Join The Journal for insider access to Chinese Haute Horlogerie.

The "Grand Seiko" of China? | Sea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Tourbillon - Year Of The Horse Limited Edition Review
seagull tourbillon

The "Grand Seiko" of China? | Sea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Tourbillon - Year Of The Horse Limited Edition Review

The Sea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Automatic Tourbillon is more than just a commemorative "Year of the Horse" piece. By leaning into the "Guqin" aesthetic, Sea-Gull is tapping into the same vein of cultur...

The JUMPING 24-HOUR DIAL is BACK! | OLTO-8 Chrono Gate ($499) Re-Engineers a Classic

The JUMPING 24-HOUR DIAL is BACK! | OLTO-8 Chrono Gate ($499) Re-Engineers a Classic

The OLTO-8 Chrono Gate is a lot of watch for the money. It revives a beautiful, kinetic complication from the past, addresses its mechanical flaws with modern engineering, and wraps it all up in a ...

Stop Buying the Same Watches. This Chinese Icon is Actually Incredib

Stop Buying the Same Watches. This Chinese Icon is Actually Incredib

While the Swiss were perfecting the 50-fathom dives and racing chronographs in the 1950s, a different kind of revolution was happening in the East. Shanghai Watch Factory’s A581 was the heartbeat o...

Love in Motion: A Valentine’s Day Measured in Time

Love in Motion: A Valentine’s Day Measured in Time

This Valentine’s Day, give more than flowers or chocolate. Give time—shared, meaningful, and lasting. Valentine’s Day has always been about moments—the quiet glance across a dinner table, the warmt...

Kou ZhonghuaiKou Zhonghuai, A “Veteran Seagull Craftsman” Who Has Repaired Watches for His Community for 18 Years—Voluntarily

Kou Zhonghuai, A “Veteran Seagull Craftsman” Who Has Repaired Watches for His Community for 18 Years—Voluntarily

Mr. Kou is a retired master technician from Tianjin Seagull Watch Group. Over the past 18 years, he has voluntarily repaired more than 10,000 wristwatches and over 300 clocks for community resident...

DongFengDongfeng Watch The Legend Returns

First Came Dongfeng Watch, Then the Seagull; The Legend Returns.

Seagull’s history is inseparable from China’s military-industrial development, and that influence remains embedded in its design philosophy. The new Dongfeng is not an exercise in retro styling, bu...

2026 Year of the HorseWhen the Winged Horse Awakens: Seagull Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Two Zodiac Limited Editions

When the Winged Horse Awakens: Seagull Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Two Zodiac Limited Editions

To welcome the upcoming Lunar Year of the Horse (2026, Bingwu), Seagull Watch unveils two special Zodiac Horse limited editions—one for men and one for women. Drawing inspiration from the legendary...

Seagull RattrapanteSeagull Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition 2.0

Seagull Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition 2.0 | Teaser Release

The Seagull Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition 2.0 marks the first release in the upcoming color-evolution series and will officially launch on December 15. Stay tuned.

DiverReview By Ariel Adams: Seagull Okeanos Professional Ultra Diving Waterproof 1000M

Review By Ariel Adams: Seagull Okeanos Professional Ultra Diving Waterproof 1000M

Review of the Seagull Okeanos 1000M Ultra Diver. It delivers pro-grade features like a Helium Valve & ST2130 movement for an impossible price, democratizing the luxury dive watch.

1963Chinese Watchmaker Seagull Steps Up Its Global Expansion

Chinese Watchmaker Seagull Steps Up Its Global Expansion

Seagull Watch, China’s leading watchmaker, accelerates global expansion with strong overseas growth, iconic ST19 movements, and a push toward international branding.

Seagull Rattrapante Blue Dial EditionSeagull Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition

Sea-Gull Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition Debuts at Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair

Sea-Gull debuts the Rattrapante Blue Dial Edition and unveils China’s thinnest automatic tourbillon at the 2025 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair.

Ultra-Thin TourbillonSea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Automatic Tourbillon: Chinese Craftsmanship Meets Incredible Value

Sea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Automatic Tourbillon: Chinese Craftsmanship Meets Incredible Value

Sea-Gull Qin Ultra-Thin Automatic Tourbillon embodies both technical merit and emotional appeal. It’s a showcase of Chinese horological craftsmanship – from the guqin-engraved dial to the remarkabl...

2025Time Woven in Snow and Steel: Sea-Gull Unveils Davos Edition Watch in Its Hometown of Tianjin

Time Woven in Snow and Steel: Sea-Gull Unveils Davos Edition Watch in Its Hometown of Tianjin

When the world came to Tianjin this year for the Summer Davos Forum, Sea-Gull Watches welcomed it with open arms—and an open dial. In a city known for its history of global exchange, innovation, an...

DongFengGuest Feature: From East Wind to Seagull – A Journey Through the DongFeng ST5

Guest Feature: From East Wind to Seagull – A Journey Through the DongFeng ST5

You're likely familiar with the Seagull 海鸥 brand and its famous Chronograph 1963. What's lesser known is that Seagull is actually a brand created for the overseas market, and it is based on the Don...

HeritageA Father’s Gift: How a Vintage DongFeng Watch Became a Bridge Between Two Worlds

A Father’s Gift: How a Vintage DongFeng Watch Became a Bridge Between Two Worlds

In a quiet corner of Norway, a father held onto a memory. It wasn’t made of gold or diamonds. It was a DongFeng ST5A—an old Chinese wristwatch with worn wheels, a cracked crystal, and a heartbeat l...

1963Vintage Reimagined: How SeaGull Blends Classic Design with Modern Innovation

Vintage Reimagined: How SeaGull Blends Classic Design with Modern Innovation

At SeaGull, we don’t see “vintage” as something frozen in time. We see it as a living tradition—one that evolves, reinvents, and continues to inspire. This fusion of past and present is what gives ...

1963Timeless Tradition, Reborn This Easter: A Celebration of Legacy and Renewal with the SeaGull 1963

Timeless Tradition, Reborn This Easter: A Celebration of Legacy and Renewal with the SeaGull 1963

As the world awakens from winter’s hush, Easter arrives with its promise of new beginnings. It's a season of warmth, light, and subtle transformation—when the ordinary becomes extraordinary again. ...

Seagull OkeanosWatch Water Resistance Guide: Can You Really Swim with Your SeaGull?

Watch Water Resistance Guide: Can You Really Swim with Your SeaGull?

Water resistance is a tool, not a guarantee. Even the toughest watch needs proper handling and care. By understanding the true meaning of those “30M” or “100M” markings, and by using your SeaGull w...

Watch CareThe Complete Guide to Mechanical Watch Care: How to Make Your Seagull Last a Lifetime

The Complete Guide to Mechanical Watch Care: How to Make Your Seagull Last a Lifetime

A well-maintained mechanical watch can last 100+ years. By following these steps, your Seagull will not only keep perfect time but also become a family heirloom.

Seagull WatchManual vs. Automatic Watches: Which Movement Is Right for You?

Manual vs. Automatic Watches: Which Movement Is Right for You?

When choosing a mechanical watch, one of the most fundamental decisions is whether to go for a manual-wind (hand-wound) or automatic (self-winding) movement. Both have passionate advocates, and eac...

Seagull WatchThe Allure of Complications: Understanding Tourbillon, Chronograph, and Moon Phase Watches

The Allure of Complications: Understanding Tourbillon, Chronograph, and Moon Phase Watches

For watch enthusiasts, mechanical timepieces are more than just tools for telling time—they are masterpieces of engineering, blending artistry with precision craftsmanship. Among the most captivati...

Seagull WatchChoosing the Perfect Watch Strap: Which Material Suits Your Daily Life Best?

Choosing the Perfect Watch Strap: Which Material Suits Your Daily Life Best?

A great watch isn’t just about the movement or dial design—the strap plays a crucial role in both comfort and style. The right strap can make a watch feel like an extension of yourself, seamlessly ...

Movement FrequencyUnderstanding Watch Movement Frequency: How Beat Rate Impacts Performance

Understanding Watch Movement Frequency: How Beat Rate Impacts Performance

Movement frequency is a fundamental aspect of watchmaking that influences accuracy, power reserve, and durability. While higher frequencies offer enhanced precision, they also come with trade-offs ...

Women's WatchesSilk Threads in Motion: How Seagull Reimagines Sichuan Embroidery on Wristwatch Canvases

Silk Threads in Motion: How Seagull Reimagines Sichuan Embroidery on Wristwatch Canvases

Throughout history, China has been renowned for its intricate craftsmanship, and embroidery stands as one of its most revered artistic traditions. Among the Four Great Embroideries of China—Su Embr...