Developer Square Enix draws in the expertise of watchmaker Swiko on a collection of limited edition Chronograph watches in celebration of 'Final Fantasy VII's' remake. The classic video game features characters including Sephiroth and Cloud Strife, and the two serve as design inspirations for the timepieces.
The 'Cloud' watch is made from stainless steel materials and features a blue sapphire glass crown along with a 3D Cloudy Wolf motif as well. The Sephiroth watch is complete in all-black and accented with an onyx crown and a 3D One-Winged Angel motif. The internal mechanics of the timepieces are showcased with a back panel made from glass, finishing off with a Final Fantasy VII logo found on the central disk and the rotor.
Game-Inspired Chronographic Watches
Square Enix and Seiko Celebrate Final Fantasy VII With Watches
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