Grand Seiko Elegance SBGW285

Powered by the slim, hand-wound movement, Caliber 9S64, this watch is the epitome of simple refinement. The dial is simple and clean but, when viewed through the sapphire case back, the intricate perfection of the engineering of the hand-assembled and adjusted movement is abundantly and satisfyingly clear. Thanks to a long mainspring and a balance both made of a proprietary metals, this watch has a high and stable accuracy rate and a power reserve of 72 hours.
The dial is deep green in color and is inspired by Byōka, which marks the transition from summer to autumn. The first morning dew appears and the wind feels cool against the skin. It is still the end of August but summer is short in Shizukuishi and the early signs of autumn are in the air. The green of the leaves on the trees is increasingly deep and, with its delicately textured surface, the dial reflects its own special beauty.

Reference: SBGW285

Dated: 2025

MSRP: $4900

Bracelet: Original Green Leather Strap and a Grand Seiko Beads of Rice Stainless Steel Bracelet

Case Size: 37.3mm x 11.7mm Thickness x 44.3mm Lug to lug

Lug Width: 19mm

Case Metal: Stainless Steel

Movement: 9S64 - Manual

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes and warranty papers

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.25”

Case has light normal wear with nothing notable. Bracelet has minimal wear wear with only one scuff close to the clasp. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear. Running within spec.

Grand Seiko emerged in 1960 as a high-end watch line from Seiko, aiming to challenge Swiss dominance in luxury watchmaking. The brand quickly established itself with Japan's first chronometer-grade watch and later gained renown for its innovative Spring Drive technology, which combines the best of automatic and quartz movements. In 2017, Grand Seiko became an independent entity, solidifying its position in the luxury watch market.

The brand's design philosophy, known as the "Grammar of Design," was established in 1967 with the Grand Seiko 44GS. This aesthetic approach emphasizes legibility, refined appearances, and distinctive features like multi-faceted markers and hands, a half-recessed crown, and the meticulous Zaratsu polishing technique. Grand Seiko continues to push boundaries in watchmaking, as evidenced by recent innovations like the "Kodo Constant-Force Tourbillon," while maintaining its commitment to precision engineering and unique design language.