Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Collection Ref. SLGA025

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Reading Time: 2 minutes Each Grand Seiko 9R Spring Drive Ref. SLGA025 is meticulously manufactured in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, in Central Japan. South of Shinshu Watch Studio, and along the eponymous Atera Valley, runs Atera River which stream takes beautiful turquoise shades, endowing our craftspeople with inspiration for this latest Spring DriveContinue Reading

The Evolution 9 style has been refined for a new dress watch.

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Reading Time: 5 minutes As we fully embrace the outdoors this season, let’s delve into the profound connection between Grand Seiko and Japanese nature. The extraordinary design of our timepieces draws inspiration from a timeless source: the breathtaking landscape surrounding the birthplace of Grand Seiko‘s mechanical movements. The Iwate Prefecture, home to Studio Shizukuishi,Continue Reading

Masterpiece Collection Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon

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Reading Time: 4 minutes In 2022, Grand Seiko presented its first mechanical complication, the Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon, a revolutionary watch that combined a tourbillon and a constant-force mechanism as one unit on a single axis for the first time in horological history. As such, it represented a major milestone in the history of GrandContinue Reading

Grand Seiko Heritage Collection Mechanical Hi-Beat 36000 Ref. SBGH345

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Reading Time: 2 minutes At Watches and Wonders 2023, Grand Seiko had introduced an evolution of its 44GS designed Hi-Beat 36000 and Hi-Beat 36000 GMT, with five models boasting the Brand’s latest alloy: Ever-Brilliant Steel. All of them was adorned with Shizukuishi’s signature dial: the Mount Iwate. Today, the brand releases a special version,Continue Reading

Grand Seiko SBGH341 "Sakura-Kakushi" & SBGH343 "Sakura-Wakaba"

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Reading Time: 3 minutes Beyond the iconic 44GS, 1967 also saw Grand Seiko’s first automatic watch, the 62GS. With a rounder design and signature Zaratsu polishing, it lacked a bezel, giving it a spacious dial. Now a fan favourite, this design recently shrunk to 40mm in the popular “24 sekki” series. Today, Grand SeikoContinue Reading

Grand Seiko Heritage Collection Calibre 9R 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Ref. SBGA497

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Reading Time: 3 minutes The renowned Japanese watchmaker, Grand Seiko is commemorating the 20th anniversary of its Calibre 9R Spring Drive by introducing two new timepieces: the Grand Seiko Heritage Collection Calibre 9R 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Ref. SBGA497 and the Grand Seiko Sport Collection Calibre 9R 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Ref. SBGE305. TheseContinue Reading

SBGW301

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Reading Time: 2 minutes In 2001, the Elegance Collection welcomed a classic hand-wound three-hand timepiece, showcasing the timeless quality and beauty of Grand Seiko design. With its subtle and sophisticated presence, this 37,3mm wide elegant timepiece has become one of the watches of choice for Grand Seiko lovers worldwide. Today, 22 years after itsContinue Reading

Masterpiece Collection Hand-engraved Manual-winding Spring Drive Limited Edition Ref. SBGZ009 and Evolution 9 Collection Tentagraph Ref. SLGC001

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Reading Time: 6 minutes Grand Seiko tends to be relatively unknown to the general public. Except for a relatively low number of collectors and enthusiasts, this magnificent Japanese brand is mainly associated with affordable Seiko watches and not with exceptional craftsmanship. The brand from the land of the rising Sun is known to haveContinue Reading

Grand Seiko Heritage Ref. SBGW303

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Reading Time: 2 minutes The textured dial of this Grand Seiko Heritage Ref. SBGW303 limited timepiece is inspired by Mount Iwate, seen from the Shizukuishi Watch Studio where Grand Seiko mechanical timepieces are made. It expresses the beauty of autumn scenery when the slopes adopt a complex variety of colours, where the deep greenContinue Reading

Grand Seiko

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Reading Time: 3 minutes The Japanese sword, known as the katana, is a world-renowned masterpiece in steel. The distinctive and sophisticated process of crafting the katana, coupled with its superb functionality, has created a fascination and allure worldwide. This art form has inspired three new US-exclusive Grand Seiko creations influenced by the materials andContinue Reading