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8. 28. 2024
Grand Seiko Elegance Collection Caliber 9R 20th Anniversary Limited Editions SBGY035 and SBGA499
Grand Seiko marks 20 years of Caliber 9R Spring Drive with dials inspired by the stunning autumn sunrises over the Hotaka mountain range.
Grand Seiko SBGY035 Manual Winding Spring Drive

Grand Seiko proudly commemorates the 20th anniversary of its revolutionary Caliber 9R Spring Drive with the release of the SBGY035 and SBGA499, two stunning new watches in the Elegance Collection.

The journey of Spring Drive began in the 1970s with a visionary idea: to create the perfect watch by merging the traditional power of a mainspring with advanced electronic technology, achieving a level of precision unmatched by conventional mechanical watches. Over the years, this groundbreaking innovation has evolved into what is now known as the Caliber 9R, a hallmark of Grand Seiko’s watchmaking excellence.

In celebration of this milestone and drawing inspiration from the breathtaking autumn sunrises over the Hotaka mountain range, these timepieces pay homage to both nature and innovation.

Grand Seiko Spring Drive Manual SBGY035
SBGA499 Limited Edition Grand Seiko Spring Drive Manual SBGY035

SBGY035

The dial of SBGY035 captures the moment the sun’s rays first touch the peaks, illuminating the autumn foliage in a radiant, fiery glow. The deep red hue at the edge of the dial gradually brightens toward the center, mirroring the transition from darkness to dawn. The smooth, silent glide of the Spring Drive seconds hand further enhances the watch’s ability to reflect the natural passage of time.

Grand Seiko SBGY035

Measuring just 10.2mm thick, this timepiece combines elegance with impressive technical specifications, including a 72-hour power reserve and an accuracy of ±15 seconds per month, all powered by the manual-winding Spring Drive Caliber 9R31. The watch is completed with a red-brown crocodile leather strap, perfectly complementing its autumnal theme.

SBGY035 on wrist

Limited to just 700 pieces, this exquisite watch will be available at Grand Seiko Boutiques and select retail partners worldwide starting in November 2024.

SBGA499

This new watch captures the fiery beauty of the Hotaka mountain range, where the vibrant autumn leaves glow under the golden morning sun.

Featuring a striking bright red dial, the SBGA499 vividly portrays the rich hues of the mountain’s foliage at sunrise. The dial’s recessed power-reserve indicator, rendered in copper pink, not only adds depth to the design but also enhances legibility and provides a visually captivating contrast. The rose gold GS logo complements the intensity of the red dial, evoking the mesmerizing transition of autumn leaves in all their brilliant colors. A delicate sunray finish ensures the dial catches the light from every angle, revealing its full splendor.

SBGA499

The SBGA499 showcases a meticulously crafted stainless steel case and bracelet. Its design is highlighted by a box-shaped sapphire crystal featuring an anti-reflective coating on the inner surface to ensure a clear, unobstructed view of the dial from every angle. Measuring 40.2mm in diameter and 12.8mm in thickness, this timepiece strikes a perfect balance between presence and comfort on the wrist. The three-fold clasp with a push-button release adds an extra layer of security, ensuring that the watch stays firmly in place while providing easy wearability.

Grand Seiko SBGA499

The watch is driven by the Caliber 9R65, which merges the robust torque of a mechanical movement with the precision of an advanced electronic regulator. It boasts an impressive accuracy of one second per day, and the seconds hand glides effortlessly, a hallmark of the Spring Drive technology.

Limited to 1,300 pieces, it will be available at Grand Seiko Boutiques and select retail partners worldwide beginning in September 2024

Grand Seiko Elegance Collection | Limited Edition of 700
Spring Drive Manual SBGY035
$11,300
SBGA499 Limited Edition AUtomatic Spring Drive
Grand Seiko Elegance Collection | Limited Edition of 1,300
Spring Drive SBGA499
$7,800
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