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Grand Seiko SBGK015 Ryūsendō US Limited Edition
$7,500.00
SBGK015 - “Ryūsendō”
Limited to 250 pieces.
The dial of SBGK015 is inspired by the vivid blue and emerald-green underground lakes of the Ryūsendō (龍泉洞). Located in Iwaizumi in eastern Iwate Prefecture, Ryūsendō Cave is known for its extensive subterranean galleries arching over deep sunless lakes of clear blue water. This effect is captured beautifully by the dial’s vibrant color and dynamic pattern curving from its center.
Grand Seiko’s Thin Dress Series case design. With the Thin Dress Series, Grand Seiko’s objective was to create thinner, dressier timepieces that could easily slip under a shirt cuff. To that end, the case measures 39mm in diameter, 11.6mm in thickness, and just 44mm in length. The shape features a pronounced curvature with softer, more organic lines than what one would find on more geometric designs like the 44GS. Additionally, the underside of the case is concave, which allows the watch to sit closer to the wrist. The dial and sapphire crystal are also curved to give the watches a classic look, and the minute and power reserve indicator hands are shaped by a craftsperson so that they follow the dials’ dome.
BRAND
Grand Seiko
COLLECTION
Elegance Collection
MOVEMENT
Caliber 9S63
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator
CASE
39mm x 11.6mm Stainless steel
DIAL
Blue
BAND
Blue leather strap
STYLE
SBGK015
Grand Seiko SBGK017 US Special Edition Nanbu tekki
$8,900.00
SBGK017 - Nanbu tekki-inspired
The dial of the SBGK017 takes its inspiration from Nanbu tekki ironware, a form of traditional metalwork produced in the city of Morioka in Iwate prefecture. This renowned handcraft dates to Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868), but it continues to this very day, and it is prized by many for its beauty, durability, and uniform heat distribution. Nanbu tekki ironware features a distinctive texture called arare, or hailstone, on its exterior. This texture finds its way onto the dark gray dial of SBGK017.
Grand Seiko’s Thin Dress Series case design. With the Thin Dress Series, Grand Seiko’s objective was to create thinner, dressier timepieces that could easily slip under a shirt cuff. To that end, the case measures 39mm in diameter, 11.6mm in thickness, and just 44mm in length. The shape features a pronounced curvature with softer, more organic lines than what one would find on more geometric designs like the 44GS. Additionally, the underside of the case is concave, which allows the watch to sit closer to the wrist. The dial and sapphire crystal are also curved to give the watches a classic look, and the minute and power reserve indicator hands are shaped by a craftsperson so that they follow the dials’ dome.
BRAND
Grand Seiko
COLLECTION
Elegance Collection
MOVEMENT
Caliber 9S63
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator
CASE
39mm x 11.6mm Stainless steel
DIAL
Dark gray
BAND
Additional crocodile strap on a deployant clasp included, Bracelet
STYLE
SBGK017
Grand Seiko SBGY007
$8,300.00
A Spring Drive gem inspired by Omiwatari
Every winter, the water of Lake Suwa 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 a dual barrel structure 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 indictor.
BRAND
Grand Seiko
COLLECTION
Elegance Collection
MOVEMENT
Caliber 9R31 Spring Drive
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, seconds
CASE
38.5mm x 10.2mm, Stainless Steel
DIAL
Light Blue
BAND
Crocodile leather
STYLE
SBGY007