
It is on a perfectly polished surface that the play of shadows and light is best expressed, creating a subtle harmony. An interaction that is found in the traditional Japanese sliding door Shoji, in the translucency of the screens, in the finesse of the Japanese fans.
The Caliber 9S 20th Anniversary Limited Edition: A Large diameter size 9S Mechanical Model with a dial surfaced by an original pattern in a special colour
Grand Seiko mechanical watches are manufactured in Iwate Prefecture's Shizukuishi Town. The 9S Mechanical Model limited editions are distinctive for their brown colour reminiscent of the local traditional blacksmiths working iron with flames.
The radial spiral pattern on the dial consisting of 80 spun curved lines is an original insignia adopted for the 20th-anniversary limited edition models of the 9S Mechanical caliber and embodies the Grand Seiko spirit connecting the path of history it has followed to the future. The “G” and “S” of Grand Seiko and the “S” mark of Daini Seikosha (currently Seiko Instruments Inc.) , which produced the first 10-beat watch, “45GS,” are regularly arranged.In the distinctive 42mm case, SBGR311 equips caliber 9S68 which is the large size automatic mechanical movement with date display.
Being large diameter size, SBGR311 achieves an elegant form with their narrowed lugs on the inner side and are designed to maintain high visibility and presence while still fitting nicely on the wrist.
Special specifications on the case back include the Grand Seiko lion emblem in gold colour and a "Caliber 9S 20th Anniversary Since 1998 Limited Edition" inscribing, along with the 0001/1300~1300/1300 serial number.
THE 9S68 CALIBER
Caliber 9S68 is a large-sized automatic mechanical movement. Based on the Caliber 9S65 movement, it offers the simple purity of a three-hand display with calendar function.
WHAT MAKES THE 9S MECHANICAL SPECIAL?
The concept of Grand Seiko was born from the desire to build the world's best watch, and the collection continues to push precision in mechanical watches to the limits of timekeeping technology.
As a true manufacturer, Grand Seiko incorporates the latest technology alongside its breadth of craftsmanship to raise the art of watchmaking to its peak.
REFERENCE : SBGR311G
// LIMITED EDITION OF 1300 PIECES //
CASE
- Stainless steel
- Diameter 42mm × Length 47.9mm × Thickness 13.1mm
- Dual-curved sapphire
- Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
- Case back with lion emblem
- Screw case back
- Screw-down crown
- See-through case back
RESISTANCE
- Water resistance : 10 bar
- Magnetic resistance
MOVEMENT
- Caliber 9S68
- Movement Type : Automatic with manual winding capacity
- Power reserve : Approx. 72 hours(3 days)
- Accuracy : +5 to -3 seconds per day (when static) / +10 to -1 seconds per day (normal usage accuracy)
- 35 jewels
- Stop seconds hand function
FUNCTIONS
- Hours & Minutes
- Central Second
- Date
STRAP & BUCKLE
- Stainless Steel
- Perimeter of bracelet : 205mm
- Three-fold clasp with push button release
OTHER DETAILS
- Serial number engraved on the case back