Grand Seiko 62GS Collection 2015 Overview

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Cazalea's 2015 press release overview for Grand Seiko's 62GS collection remains highly relevant for understanding the brand's strategic direction. This post highlights Seiko's dual approach to heritage, offering both faithful re-creations and modern re-interpretations of a classic design. It provides crucial context for how Grand Seiko balances its storied past with contemporary horological advancements.

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Grand Seikos for 2015

A faithful re-creation or a modern re-interpretation? It’s your choice.

There are eight references in the new 62GS collection. Four are faithful re-creations of the 1967 original with an automatic caliber and four are modern re-interpretations featuring Grand Seiko’s High Beat and Spring Drive movements. All are limited editions.

Caliber 9S65 drives the 4 re-creation models. One is in steel and the others are in different shades of 18K gold. The lion emblem on the case back, the dial layout, the distinctive hour markers and the dial logotypes (notably “Diashock”) are all inherited from the original 62GS. The dial color of the steel case model is also faithful to the original dial.

The hi-beat 36,000 caliber is in two of the modern steel-cased versions, while the the Spring Drive caliber fills cases of high-intensity titanium. In these modern versions, the case diameter is wider, there is a see-through case back and the bracelets are metal, in line with today’s tastes.

Steel model on a leather strap 37mm x 13mm

SBGR095

Gold models on a leather strap

Specifications: SBGR091, 092, 094, 095

Caliber 9S65

Driving system: Automatic with manual winding mechanism

Vibrations: 28,800 vibrations per hour (8 beats per second)

Loss/gain (mean daily rate): +5 to -3 seconds (when static)

Power reserve: 72 hours (when fully wound)

Number of jewels: 35

Movement Outer diameter: 28.4mm, Thickness: 6.0mm

Case 18K white gold (SBGR091), 18K yellow gold (SBGR092), 18K rose gold (SBGR094), stainless steel (SBGR095)

High definition dual-curved box shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

Screw case back

Water resistance 10 Bar. Magnetic resistance 4,800 A/m

Diameter: 37.6mm, Thickness: 12.9mm

Band Crocodile with 18K white gold buckle (SBGR091), 18K yellow gold (SBGR092), 18K rose gold (SBGR094), stainless steel (SBGR095)

?Approximate recommended retail prices in Europe: SBGR091 Euro 17,000, SBGR092,094 Euro 16,100, SBGR095 Euro 4,300

?Limited edition: 600 pieces of SBGR095; 100 pieces each of SBGR091, SBGR092, SBGR094

SBGR091

SBGR092

SBGR094

High-Beat models in steel on a bracelet 40mm x 13mm

Specifications: SBGH037, 039 ?Caliber 9S85

Driving system: Automatic with manual winding mechanism

Vibrations: 36,000 vibrations per hour (10 beats per second)

Loss/gain (mean daily rate): +5 to -3 seconds (when static)

Power reserve: 55 hours (when fully wound)

Number of jewels: 37 jewels

Movement Outer diameter: 28.4mm, Thickness: 5.9mm

Case Stainless steel

High definition dual-curved box shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

Screw see-through case back, Screw-down crown

Water resistance 10 Bar. Magnetic resistance 4,800 A/m

Diameter: 40.0mm, Thickness: 12.9mm

Band in Stainless steel with three-fold clasp with push button release

Approximate recommended retail price in Europe: Euro 5,900

Limited Edition: 1,000 pcs (SBGH037), 700 pcs (SBGH039)

SBGR037

SBGR039

Spring Drive models in titanium on a bracelet 40mm x 13mm

Specifications: SBGA125, 127 ?Caliber 9R65 Spring Drive

Driving system: Automatic with manual winding mechanism

Power reserve: 72 hours

Number of jewels: 30 jewels

Accuracy: ±1 second per day (±15 seconds per month)

Movement Outer diameter: 30.0mm, Thickness: 5.8mm

Case High-intensity titanium

High definition dual-curved box shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating

Screw see-through case back

Screw-down crown

Water resistance 10 Bar. Magnetic resistance 4,800 A/m

Diameter: 40.0mm, Thickness: 12.8mm

Band High-intensity titanium with three-fold clasp with push button release

Approximate recommended retail price in Europe: Euro 5,900

Limited Edition: 1,000 pcs (SBGA125), 700 pcs (SBGA127)

SBGA125

SBGA127

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About the Seiko Ref. SBGA125

The Grand Seiko SBGA125 is a limited edition Spring Drive model released in 2015 to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Grand Seiko. It is part of the brand's Heritage Collection, drawing inspiration from classic Grand Seiko designs while incorporating modern technology. This reference is particularly noted for its distinctive dial texture, often referred to as the 'Snowflake' dial, which has become a signature aesthetic for Grand Seiko.

Crafted from titanium, the SBGA125 features a 40mm case with a box-shaped sapphire crystal, evoking a vintage aesthetic. It houses the Caliber 9R65 Spring Drive movement, known for its high accuracy and smooth gliding seconds hand, offering a power reserve of 72 hours. The dial is characterized by its intricate, textured pattern, complemented by blued steel seconds and power reserve hands, and meticulously polished applied hour markers.

For collectors, the SBGA125 is significant as a limited edition anniversary model and for its use of the iconic 'Snowflake' dial in a titanium case, offering a lighter wear experience than its steel counterparts. Its combination of traditional design cues, advanced Spring Drive technology, and meticulous finishing makes it a highly sought-after reference within the Grand Seiko community.