SBGR321To commemorate the 60th anniversary of Grand Seiko, a representative Japanese wristwatch, Seiko Watch Corporation will release a limited-edition mechanical model inspired by the colors of the morning glow over Mt. Iwate, located close to Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi where this watch is manufactured. The suggested retail price is 605,000 yen (tax included) (550,000 yen excluding tax).
Grand Seiko was born in 1960, bringing together the best of the technology and craftsmanship of the time. Since then, aiming to create the finest wristwatches, the brand has built its tradition by making tireless progress in pursuing and realizing the essential qualities of a wristwatch, such as accuracy, legibility, and beauty, at a high level, and this year marks its 60th anniversary.
This model features a dial in Grand Seiko Blue, the brand's signature color, and an oscillating weight made of anodized(*1) blue titanium (with a tungsten periphery), which is fitting to mark this special year.
SBGR321[Product Features]
The blue anodized titanium oscillating weight and the bright red accent color on the sapphire crystal case back express the morning glow of Mt. Iwate.
The greatest feature of this model is the vivid oscillating weight that can be seen through the see-through case back. The vibrant blue oscillating weight, inspired by the morning glow of Mount Iwate as seen from Hachimantai in Iwate Prefecture, where Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, the manufacturing site of mechanical models, is an appealing color achieved by applying an anodized coating to titanium material.
The titanium used for the anodized oscillating weight is highly elastic and absorbs vibrations, reducing deformation due to impacts and the transmission of shocks to the movement and oscillating weight bearings, ensuring practical use with peace of mind. The inner periphery of the sapphire crystal case back is accented with a red accent, evoking the bright red of clouds at sunrise.
Dial in "Grand Seiko Blue," the special color symbolizing the brand
The dial features "Grand Seiko Blue," the special color symbolizing the brand. The vibrant red tip of the second hand embodies Grand Seiko's passion for craftsmanship.
【Product Specifications】
Heritage Collection Mechanical Model
Other Specifications
https://www.grand-seiko.com/jp-ja/collections/sbgr321
[Movement Specifications]
Mechanical movement Caliber 9S65
Winding method: Automatic
Time accuracy: Average daily rate of +5 to -3 seconds (static accuracy)
* Approximate accuracy when worn is +10 to -1 second per day
Power reserve: Approximately 72 hours
Number of jewels: 35
Vibration frequency: 28,800 vibrations/hour (8 vibrations/second)
Additional functions: Calendar (date) function
(※1) Anodizing
This is a surface treatment that artificially creates an oxide film by electrolyzing the metal. Color is created by the refraction of light, and a variety of colors can be produced depending on the thickness of the film.
Click here for company press release details
The press releases included in this article have been provided by PR TIMES Inc. and are reproduced in their original form. FASHION HEADLINE does not endorse the products or services featured, nor does it guarantee the content of the press releases. For inquiries regarding the content of this article, please contact PR TIMES Inc. (https://prtimes.jp/) directly.
