Credor is a long-established name that is surprisingly older than many might expect. Founded in 1974, the brand has now crossed the half-century mark. Yet for much of its history, Credor has remained a discreet, high-end marque, largely reserved for dedicated collectors within the Japanese domestic market.

Only in recent years has Credor begun expanding onto the international stage, particularly with its top-tier time-only pieces such as the Eichi series. And 2026 marks a major milestone: the brand is making its debut at Watches & Wonders Geneva, the most prominent showcase in the Swiss watch industry.

So what does Credor bring to its first appearance at the fair? 

Goldfeather Imari Nabeshima Porcelain Dial

Credor Goldfeather Imari Nabeshima Porcelain Dial

One of the key releases is a refined, moderately sized steel dress watch powered by a manual-winding movement – already a rare and appealing combination at this level. But the highlight here is undoubtedly its porcelain dial.

Created in collaboration with Hataman Touen, a renowned kiln specializing in Imari Nabeshima ware, the dial is a demonstration of Japanese ceramic artistry. It has a soft white porcelain base overlaid with a rich blue gradient, and most importantly feather motifs that create a layered visual effect: deep blue feathers sit beneath the indexes, while more translucent feathers occupy the spaces between them. This is achieved through a multi-layered process, where the darker feathers are applied prior to glazing, while the lighter motifs are added afterward. The dial undergoes five separate firings to achieve its nuanced tones. It is then reduced to around one millimeter thick to maintain the watch’s slim profile.

Inside the watch is the ultra-thin, hand-wound cal. 6890, measuring just 1.98mm thick. It is, however, a tiny movement with a rather traditional 37-hour power reserve. But as a result, the watch wears elegantly on the wrist at 37.1mm in diameter and just 8.3mm thick.

Movement: Cal. 6890, manual-winding, 21,600 vph, 37-hour power reserve

Functions: Hours, minutes

Case: 37.1mm x 8.3mm, stainless steel

Dial: Imari Nabeshima porcelain with feather motifs

Strap: Crocodile leather strap with stainless steel clasp

Availability: Limited to 60 pieces

Price: €15,000 (approx.)

Goldfeather Urushi Lacquer Dial

Credor Goldfeather Urushi Lacquer Dial

Another model follows a similar direction but with a platinum case and a traditional urushi lacquer dial. The dial features a gradient that shifts from black at the edge to deep blue at the center, a deliberate choice as Credor notes that blue is rarely used in urushi work due to the difficulty of achieving the right tone.

As expected of urushi, the finish is built up through repeated layers of lacquer and polishing. The dial is also subtly curved, adding visual depth while increasing the difficulty, as the finish must remain even across its surface. The indexes and text are created using taka maki-e, where lacquer is built up and finished with metallic powder – here using platinum instead of the more common gold or silver.

Inside is the same ultra-thin, hand-wound cal. 6890, visible through the sapphire caseback. The case measures 37.4mm in diameter and just 8.1mm thick, keeping the proportions slim and wearable.

Movement: Cal. 6890, manual-winding, 21,600 vph, 37-hour power reserve

Functions: Hours, minutes

Case: 37.4mm x 8.1mm, Platinum 950

Dial: Urushi lacquer with black-to-blue gradient and platinum taka maki-e

Strap: Crocodile leather strap with platinum buckle

Availability: Limited to 25 pieces

Price: €39,000 (approx.)

Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved

Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved

Finally, there is a more technical piece — a slim tourbillon combined with extensive engraving.

The watch is cased in platinum and measures 38.6mm in diameter and 8.6mm thick, which is notably thin for a tourbillon. Inside is the hand-wound Caliber 6850, just 3.98mm thick with a 60-hour power reserve.

Most importantly, the dial features a radial engraved pattern that gives it a soft, textured look. The Roman numerals are sharply defined, while the minute track uses nanako engraving, made up of small, evenly spaced dots.

On the back, the engraving continues across the movement. Lines radiate outward from the tourbillon and extend across multiple components, requiring precise alignment. Additional patterns such as nanako and arashi add depth without making the design feel busy.

Movement: Cal. 6850, manual-winding tourbillon, 21,600 vph, 60-hour power reserve

Functions: Hours, minutes, tourbillon

Case: 38.6mm x 8.6mm, Platinum 950

Dial: Radial engraved dial with nanako and arashi detailing

Strap: Crocodile leather strap with platinum folding clasp

Availability: Limited to 25 pieces

Price: €195,000 (approx.)