Grand Seiko SBGK011 Paris Vendôme Limited Edition

quattro · 2026-05-05T21:24:00Z

Discover the Grand Seiko SBGK011 and SBGK013 Paris Vendôme Limited Edition watches, featuring unique Pavés Parisiens dials and platinum or rose gold cases.

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quattro introduces the Grand Seiko SBGK011 and SBGK013, limited editions created to commemorate the opening of the Grand Seiko Boutique in Paris. His post meticulously details the design inspirations, from the 'Pavés Parisiens' dial to the Vendôme Column-inspired seconds hand, offering a comprehensive look at these exclusive references. He also invites community discussion on their design and movement choices.

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This is reference SBGK011, a limited edition of 10 pieces created to celebrate the opening of the Grand Seiko Boutique in Paris in 2020, at 7 Place Vendôme.

It was the first boutique of the Japanese brand in continental Europe and its largest one in the world.

The dial features a pattern that is named “Pavés Parisiens” (Parisian paving stones) and depicts the cobblestone streets of Paris.

Also, the the small seconds hand is coloured in blue-green, reminiscent of the oxidised bronze colour of the Vendôme Column that is in the middle of the square where the new boutique is located.

For the same reason, the crocodile strap which comes in addition to the original strap also features this blue-green color.

The watch is powered by the hand-wound calibre 9S63, with 72 h power reserve and each caseback is individually numbered and bears the mention “EDITION LIMITÉE PLACE VENDÔME”.

The 950 platinum case measures 39 x 11.6 mm.

A rose gold variant was also made, ref. SBGK013, also limited to 10 pieces.

credit: Fratello (1 & 13), watchuseek (2-3 & 6-12), Swisswatchesmagazine (4), personal photo (5), @rjbroer (14) & Les Rhabilleurs (15-16)

I quite like this reference which is hardly ever seen, but I think the case should have been smaller.

Also a more interesting and visually appealing movement would have been welcome.

What do you think?

Best, Emmanuel

Key Points from the Discussion

The movement finishing on the SBGK011 is considered a low point, with no apparent special treatment beyond standard production, and the text on the sapphire caseback is seen as an unnecessary distraction.
The author agrees that the movement is ordinary and finds the text on the sapphire caseback unappealing.
The visual balance achieved by the power-reserve indicator and small seconds display is a positive design aspect, unlike other Grand Seiko references where the power reserve can disrupt symmetry.
While the design is interesting, the case appears a bit large, and the 'Pavés Parisiens' dial, though cool, is somewhat busy and lacks harmony compared to other Grand Seiko executions.
The author expresses a preference for a smaller case size, specifically 37mm, for this reference.

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orahu

May 5, 2026

I am also a bit surprised that GS never had a boutique on the continent until 2020!

quattro

May 5, 2026

I read this information on Sjx: https://watchesbysjx.com/2020/06/grand-seiko-paris-vendome-limited-edition.html?amp=1 I like this edition too. But I wish the case was 37 mm… Best, Emmanuel

Vetnov

May 6, 2026

I agree with everyone on the dial, very cool👍

sludgeriff

May 6, 2026

You’ll never get tired of that dial!! Thanks for sharing!!

quattro

May 6, 2026

And with only 2 x 10 pieces it’s really rare. Best, Emmanuel

quattro

May 6, 2026

The difficult part is to find one with only 2 x 10 pieces! Best, Emmanuel

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