Grand Seiko x Watches of Switzerland Special Edition Elegance GMT "Tōgè" SBGM241

SGM241 is a classic Grand Seiko GMT featuring Grand Seiko's signature Mt. Iwate dial done in British racing green. The term Tōgè, meaning mountain pass, symbolizes a navigable route through a mountain range, subtly evoking the imagery of a spirited drive over the numerous ridges of Mt. Iwate in Northern Japan.

A gold-tone GMT hand contrasts beautifully against the verdant dial, resulting in a highly legible design that allows for easy tracking of two distinct time zones via a 24-hour ring. The case—with its comfortable curved design, box sapphire crystal, and tapering lugs—calls back to the very first Grand Seiko watch from 1960.

Powering the watch is Caliber 9S66, which features automatic winding, GMT functionality, 72 hours of power reserve, and accuracy of +5/-3 seconds a day.

Information: Grand Seiko x Watches of Switzerland Special Edition Elegance GMT "Tōgè" SBGM241

Reference: SBGM241

Bracelet: Brown Leather Strap

Dated: Undated

Case Size: 39.5mm x 13.7mm Thickness x 46.9mm Lug to Lug

Lug Width: 19mm

Case Metal: Stainless Steel

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, GMT, Date

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty papers

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.5”

Movement:  9S66 - Automatic

Case has light normal micro wear under a loupe. Strap is has moderate creasing but no extra wear. Dial has no wear. Crystal has the smallest flea bite at the edge by 2.

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.