SHUNBUN - The Vernal Equinox
SBGA413 - Dial reflecting the Japanese aesthetic of 24 sekki
To look closely at the dial is to be transported to Hana-Ikada, the much-loved scene at the moment soon after the spring equinox, Shunbun when cherry blossom petals scattered by the wind cover the surface of a river. The textured dial and its pale pink colour capture the magic of this treasured moment in the Japanese calendar and not only express the beauty of Sakura but hint at the exquisite pleasure to be derived from a profound understanding of the ephemeral nature of time. The watch is powered by Spring Drive caliber 9R65, which is hand assembled by the skilled craftsmen and women of the Shinshu Watch Studio.
TAISETSU The Deep Snow of Winter
SBGA415 - Dial reflecting the Japanese aesthetic of 24 sekki
The light gray, textured dial is inspired by the deep winter snows that cover the mountains in Taisetsu, the twenty-first of Japan’s twenty-four sekki or seasons. The watch is powered by Spring Drive caliber 9R65, which is hand assembled by the skilled craftsmen and women of the Shinshu Watch Studio. This modern re-interpretation has the characteristic sharp edges and perfect distortion-free surfaces that only Zaratsu polishing can create and a wide dial opening which was achieved thanks to a bezel-free construction.
Inspired by the Hotaka mountains. Crafted in their shadow.
SBGA211
This Spring Drive classic is made by the craftsmen and women of the Shinshu Watch Studio in Japan’s Nagano Prefecture. The studio is surrounded by the Hotaka mountains that, for several months each year, are covered in snow. In the crisp, dry air, and when driven across the slopes by the wind, this snow has a special light and delicate quality that is captured in the subtly textured surface of the dial. The blue tempered steel seconds hand moves over it in the perfect glide motion that is Spring Drive’s unique signature and reflects the continuous, eternal and beautiful nature of time.
Blue skies and driven snow
SBGA407
In the Shinshu area of Japan, winter has its own special beauty. During the Shōkan "sekki" or season, the lakes are covered with ice, the air is sharp and dry and the sky takes on a deep blue hue that colors the snow that covers the mountains. The magic of Shinshu in Shōkan is captured in this dial, which has the rich texture of driven snow and a unique blue tone. Like every Spring Drive Grand Seiko watch, this "Blue Snowflake" reflects the landscape around the facility where it was created and reveals another aspect of the nature of time.
Classic and elegant mechanical GMT
SBGM221
This classic timepiece shows the Grand Seiko Elegance Collection at its very best. It is a quiet, refined and minimalist design and yet it has a GMT hand, a date and a 24 hour inner dial ring so that the time shown by the GMT hand is as easy to read as that shown by the hour and minute hands. The hands and indexes are polished to a razor edge so that they catch the light and make the time legible even in semi-darkness. This classic GMT watch combines the style that has long captivated watch lovers with an evolved Caliber 9S66 movement. The watch has a 3-day power reserve and combines the latest in hairspring technology with an escapement developed through MEMS technology to achieve high accuracy and stability when worn.
Spring Drive with Omiwatari Inspired Dial
SBGY007
Every winter, the water of Lake Susa freezes over and, most years, a long ridge appears in the ice from one side of the lake to the other. Tradition has it that this is the ‘Omiwatari’ or where the Gods walk out over the ice. True or not, the legend has inspired the craftsmen and women at the nearby Shinshu Watch Studio to create a dial of exquisite subtlety for this hand-winding Spring Drive timepiece. It has the color, feel and texture of the snow-covered ice on Lake Suwa. The movement is Spring Drive Caliber 9R31 which has the Dual Spring Barrel that delivers a power reserve of 72 hours when fully wound. Its exquisite finishing is visible through the exhibition case-back along with the power reserve indicator.
Spring Drive Ultra Fine Accuracy
SLGB003 - Ice Forests
The pursuit of high accuracy has been the cornerstone of Grand Seiko’s values. Today, this legacy of accuracy in watchmaking reaches new heights with the announcement of the Spring Drive Caliber 9RB2, which receives the new U.F.A. designation, standing for “Ultra Fine Accuracy.” The groundbreaking movement boasts a level of precision defined not by accuracy in seconds per day, week, or month, but by its accuracy over one year. The automatic U.F.A. movement has an astounding annual rate of ±20 seconds, making it the most accurate wristwatch movement powered by a mainspring today. The intricately textured dial captures the beauty of these ice forests in the Kirigamine Highlands thanks to finishing techniques that create pale blue tones that are subtle yet striking in their presence.
SHIRAKABA
The white birch tree that thrives in Shizukuishi.
SLGH005
Inspired by the beauty of white birch forests from new Evolution 9, SLGH005 captures the dynamism of the white birch tree forests near the studio in Shizukuishi, where all Grand Seiko mechanical watches are crafted. To look closely at the dial is to experience the exact same feeling that the visitor to these forests receives and to be brought closer than ever to the true and eternal nature of time. The case has wide lugs and a low center of gravity that ensures that the watch sits easily and securely on the wrist. The high-beat watch is powered by the revolutionary Caliber 9SA5, which offers a power reserve of 80 hours thanks to its enhanced energy efficiency.
Shirakaba. The white birch tree that thrives in Shinshu.
SLGA009
SLGA009 captures the quiet mood of the white birch tree forests near the studio in Shinshu, where all Grand Seiko Spring Drive watches are crafted. To look closely at the dial is to experience the exact same feeling that the visitor to these forests receives and to be brought closer than ever to the true and eternal nature of time. The case has wide lugs and a low center of gravity that ensures that the watch sits easily and securely on the wrist. The Spring Drive watch carries the latest Caliber 9RA2 which offers a 120 hour power reserve and an enhanced precision rate of ±0.5 seconds per day.
Tentagraph, Grand Seiko’s first mechanical chronograph.
SLGC001
The Tentagraph, an automatic high-beat chronograph movement, is the first of its kind from Grand Seiko. Powered by the Caliber 9SC5, which uses the Caliber 9SA5 as its base, it is emblematic of the next generation of Grand Seiko sports watches, both for its technological innovation and its equally stunning Evolution 9 Style. The watch’s case and bracelet are made from High-intensity titanium, which is about 30 percent lighter and more scratch resistant than stainless steel, and its bezel is made from scratch-resistant ceramic. The watch’s dial pattern evokes the magnificence of Mt. Iwate, the soaring peak visible from the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi.
Spring Drive GMT in titanium.
SBGE285
This delicately textured surface pattern echoes the morning mist that envelops the mountains of Nagano, the home of Spring Drive, in winter. Made of high-intensity titanium, which is 30% lighter than stainless steel, it is light on the wrist and the joy to wear. And yet it delivers a powerful combination of practical functions. The GMT hand allows a second time zone to be read at a glance. With a see-through case back and an anti-reflective coating on the inner surface of the sapphire crystal, this is a GMT watch for every occasion.
Lake Suwa before dawn
SLGA021
To the southeast of the Shinshu Watch Studio, where Spring Drive watches are made, one will find the gently lapping waters of Lake Suwa, a constant inspiration for Grand Seiko. The dial of the Spring Drive SLGA021, evokes the surface of this very body of water. When one looks upon it, they can’t help but see gentle waves wafting over the wind-swept lake in the pre-dawn stillness. And like a gentle wind on an otherwise tranquil body of water, the dark blue color manifests differently depending on the angle at which light catches it. The watch is powered by the Caliber 9RA2 Spring Drive 5 days movement, assembled by the skilled artisans of the Shinshu Watch Studio.
Mechanical Hi-Beat 36000 GMT Triple Time Zone
SBGJ237
This timepiece achieves unparalleled functionality as the rotating 24-hour bezel—simultaneously displays three different time zones. The design has a profound presence, while still maintaining the traditional shine of a classic Grand Seiko model. The high-quality sapphire glass on the surface of the ring provides a strong sense of transparency, breadth and depth. The midnight blue dial and blue/white bezel made of sapphire crystal gives the appearance of a vintage watch.
Spring Drive GMT Triple Zone
SBGE295
Spring Drive GMT model with a dial reminiscent of the dynamic cliffs of the Hotaka Mountains. Powerful winds and snow sculpted the faces of the cliffs over many long years to create a dynamic mountain range that is honored by this powerful sport watch. The Sport Collection Spring Drive GMT Triple Time Zone SBGE295 has a patterned dial that represents these sheer cliffs and features a green color designed to capture the brilliance of Hotaka’s short summers. The watch features the Caliber 9R66 Spring Drive movement with GMT function. Its rotating bezel with a 24-hour scale is crafted from sapphire glass and is complemented by another 24-hour dial ring display. Together, they allow the wearer to read the time in three time zones.
Classic hand-wound mechanical watch
SBGW301
Classic hand-wound mechanical watch with three days of power reserve, with its moderate size and box-shaped sapphire glass, SBGW301 abounds in mid-century charm and elegance. Thanks to a generous application of Zaratsu polishing, the classically styled case shines beautifully in the light. The see-through case back provides a window into the beauty of the manually wound movement within.
Ephemeral beauty of sakura ensconced in snow
SBGH341
The dial of the new SBGH341 displays a rare characteristic of the changing seasons in Japan. Specifically, one can see a representation of a scene in which cherry blossoms are concealed by fallen snow. This rare coexistence of cherry blossoms and snow can be found at the beginning of spring in the beautiful landscape of the Tohoku region, which includes Iwate Prefecture. The movement at the heart of the SBGH341 is the Hi-Beat Automatic Caliber 9S85, which beats 10 times per second to provide a more stable precision by reducing variations in rate. Its case and bracelet are crafted from high-intensity titanium, which is even more resistant to scratches than regular titanium.
Expressing the vibrancy of new leaves growing on a cherry tree
SBGH343
The light-green dial is inspired by the new leaves that bud on cherry trees around the end of spring. The dial’s color is meant to express the vibrancy of the fresh new leaves as sunlight penetrates their translucence in the spaces between the peach-colored cherry blossom petals. The movement powering this watch is the Hi-Beat Automatic Caliber 9S85, which 10 beats per second to provide more stable precision by reducing variations in accuracy. The case and bracelet have been crafted from high-intensity titanium, which is even more resistant to abrasions than regular titanium and designed to be a delight to wear.
A dial depicting the fantastic scenery of an icefall
SBGH347
The dial evokes an icefall that one might encounter in the dead of winter on Mount Iwate, the imposing peak visible from the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, home to Grand Seiko mechanical watchmaking. Such frozen waterfalls are natural phenomena whereby the water flowing downward gradually solidifies when the temperature drops below freezing. This fantastic scene is depicted on the dial through the dynamic and detailed pattern, as well as a unique icy-blue color. Ever-Brilliant Steel is a stainless-steel material that boasts higher corrosion resistance than the stainless steel used in regular high-end watches (indeed, it has the highest level of corrosion resistance in the world), one that shines with a brilliant white.
