# Comic Book Watches Haruo Suekichi Steampunked Timepieces By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-09-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-watches-haruo-suekichi-funky-timepieces References: [pingmag.jp](http://pingmag.jp/2008/09/26/haruo-suekichi-the-steampunk-watchmaker/) Haruo Suekichi spends hours hunched over junk to create some of the most fascinating timepieces in the [steampunk design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czapek-antarctique-rattrapante-rur) world. Inspired by found items and old watches, Suekichi takes the [analogue objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock), adds purely extraneous gimmicks and make highly desirable [comic book or anime looking watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-c038-eva01-divers-watch-limited-edition). Suekichi has a story behind every watch, including the one that has two faces: one which tells the correct time and one with the incorrect time which he says helps him get girls. Yeah, riiiiight. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Steampunk Design:** Steampunk design trend offers opportunities for businesses to create unique and visually stunning products inspired by vintage machinery. - **Analogue Objects:** The revival of analogue objects trend opens up possibilities for businesses to combine nostalgic elements with modern aesthetics in their products. - **Comic Book Style:** The popularity of comic book style presents opportunities for businesses to incorporate bold and vibrant visuals into their designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can explore the potential of incorporating steampunk elements into their timepiece designs, appealing to a niche market of steampunk enthusiasts. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can tap into the demand for analogue-inspired jewelry and accessories, offering unique and distinctive pieces with a steampunk or comic book aesthetic. - **Anime Merchandise:** The anime merchandise industry can create collectible watches with comic book-inspired designs, targeting anime fans who appreciate both fashion and pop culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocketwatch-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-craftsmanship-series-porter.md) - [Perplexing Artistic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otsuka-lotec-no5-kai.md) - [Japanese Pop Culture-Themed Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufo-robot-grendizer.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deadpool-and-wolverine-1.md) - [Luxury Cartoon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinnaker-fleuss-chronograph-spongebob-squarepants-eyedial.md) - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md)