LuxuryWatchesGrand Seiko adds a breath of fresh air to its iconic watch with seasonally inspired editionsGrand Seiko new watches are a unique celebration of the passing of time through nature’s seasonsWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
LuxuryWatchesGrand Seiko adds a breath of fresh air to its iconic watch with seasonally inspired editionsGrand Seiko new watches are a unique celebration of the passing of time through nature’s seasonsWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Grand Seiko new watches are a unique celebration of the passing of time through nature’s seasons
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(Image credit: Seiko)
(Image credit: Seiko)
The company made its first wristwatch in 1913 and the ‘Seiko’ brand itself debuted in 1924. Although Seiko was one of the pioneers in quartz technology, its mechanical watches were also renowned for their accuracy.
(Image credit: Seiko)
(Image credit: Seiko)
In 1960, the new “Grand Seiko” model set out to be the most accurate watch in the world, and in 1967, the 44GS model established a look and feel of the GS range that has remained constant to this day.
To celebrate 55 years of manufacturing, Seiko has released three new editions of the 44GS design, each themed to acknowledge the changing of the Japanese seasons, with unique dial finishes paired with a subtly revised approach to the 44GS case design.
(Image credit: Seiko)
(Image credit: Seiko)
The first theme is ‘Sakura-kakushi’, a reference to northern Japan’s fleeting moment during the Spring when the famous cherry blossoms are briefly paired with fresh snow. A soft pink dial is shot through with a subtle silver hue to reflect this rare and delicate window of time.
(Image credit: Seiko)
(Image credit: Seiko)
The second theme is Spring, ‘Flow of Seasons’. Here, the dial’s reference to clear blue skies is obvious, as is the rich dark green that references dense foliage in the ‘Summer’ edition.
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All the watches use Grand Seiko’s manual-winding Caliber 9S64 movement, allowing for a slightly thinner case design than the original, although the crisp angles of the bezel, hands, and figures all remain to evoke the classic Grand Seiko look.
(Image credit: Seiko)
(Image credit: Seiko)
This new addition to the Heritage Collection will be available in June as a limited edition of 1,200 at the Grand Seiko Boutiques and selected retailers worldwide.
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