The name of the model, Ananta, reveals a lot about the essence of this watch. Ananta is the ancient Japanese art of sword making, synonymous with superb craftsmanship and beautiful design. A Katana is an iconic Japanese sword, symbolising a harmony of design and build, made unique through the use of special alloys. Seiko have used this to create a quality timepiece with the heritage of 800 years of design influence.  
 
One particular feature of special note is the use of an exclusive alloy in the production of the watch that was developed by Seiko in 1939. This host of attributes makes this a truly elite piece, a must for anyone who understands and appreciates the finest watch making.