Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8-day, inspired by the sky at night

Jun 21, 2017,03:50 AM
 




SBGD202

Today, GS announces a new version of Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8 day power reserve. The Spring Drive caliber is identical to the platinum model, but the watch presents an entirely different view of the beauty of Japan, inspired by the night sky in the mountains that surround the Micro Artist Studio. The 18k rose gold case frames a black dial through which the stars twinkle just as they do on a clear dark night in central Japan, adding extra depth and richness to the dial.





Thanks to a special combination of plating and painting, the dial looks as if sprinkled with stardust. It is mysterious and yet perfectly legible, thanks to the deep black of the background, the sparkles of the stars that shine out from it and the five-faceted profile of the hands and hour markers. The razor edge polishing of the hands and markers gives this creation the unique Grand Seiko signature, as does the exquisitely sharp mirror finish achieved by our new Zaratsu technique that was developed for the platinum version.





The sapphire case back reveals a large movement with a one-piece bridge and the rubies and power reserve indicator catching the eye. The bridge ensures precise positioning of each wheel in the gear train and maximizes efficiency of power from the barrels. Its rigidity and depth also minimize its distortion in the event of impact or shock. The outline of Mt. Fuji emerges from the shape of the bridge; highly polished rubies and tempered blue screws evoke the lights of the city of Suwa.

The beauty of the night is echoed both in the dial and through the case back.

Available in September.

Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve: SBGD202

Caliber 9R01
Driving system: Manual winding
Power reserve: 8 days (192 hours)
Accuracy: ±0.5 second per day (±10 seconds per month)
Power reserve indicator
Independent hour hand adjustment
Number of jewels: 56 jewels
Number of parts: 307
Movement diameter: 37.0mm, Thickness: 7.1mm

Specifications:
18k rose gold case
High definition box shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Screw see-through case back
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Diameter: 43.0mm, Thickness: 13.2mm
Crocodile strap with 18k rose gold buckle with three-fold clasp with push button release

Approximate recommended retail price in Europe: 52,800 euro










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