First-Ever Grand Seiko Quartz GMTs
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First-Ever Grand Seiko Quartz GMTs
First-Ever Grand Seiko Quartz GMTs
Grand Seiko just released their very first quartz GMT watches! These are part of GS' 25 year anniversary celebration of their legendary 9F movement, and as you would expect, are based on the super-accurate 9F quartz that you all know and love.
The first of these is a very special limited edition of 800 pieces, the SBGN001, with yellow accents. The SBGN001 features a repeating quartz crystal-styled motif on the dial with a discreet 9F and 25 hidden therein as a subtle reminder of the 25th anniversary.
Although all three of these watches feature the new 9F86 movement, if you haven't already noticed the star on the dial, this LE is rated for an amazing 5 seconds per year.
The first of the regular production models is this SBGN003 in black with bright orange accents. Like the other two watches, you'll notice that the bottom half of the chapter ring is in a different color than the top to set apart day and night hours.
As is usually the case with well-made GMT watches, the new 9F86 movement features an independent hour hand, commonly considered a crucial component of a "true" GMT complication.
Finally, we look at my favorite of the three, the regular production SBGN005, which features a blue dial and red accents.
Despite the sporty look of all three models, GS has stayed fairly conservative in terms of size, with 39mm cases, 12.1mm thick.
Stick around as we determine the US pricing and timeline for availability!
Grand Seiko just released their very first quartz GMT watches! These are part of GS' 25 year anniversary celebration of their legendary 9F movement, and as you would expect, are based on the super-accurate 9F quartz that you all know and love.
The first of these is a very special limited edition of 800 pieces, the SBGN001, with yellow accents. The SBGN001 features a repeating quartz crystal-styled motif on the dial with a discreet 9F and 25 hidden therein as a subtle reminder of the 25th anniversary.
Although all three of these watches feature the new 9F86 movement, if you haven't already noticed the star on the dial, this LE is rated for an amazing 5 seconds per year.
The first of the regular production models is this SBGN003 in black with bright orange accents. Like the other two watches, you'll notice that the bottom half of the chapter ring is in a different color than the top to set apart day and night hours.
As is usually the case with well-made GMT watches, the new 9F86 movement features an independent hour hand, commonly considered a crucial component of a "true" GMT complication.
Finally, we look at my favorite of the three, the regular production SBGN005, which features a blue dial and red accents.
Despite the sporty look of all three models, GS has stayed fairly conservative in terms of size, with 39mm cases, 12.1mm thick.
Stick around as we determine the US pricing and timeline for availability!
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These are really nice and the size is fantastic. Seiko's automatic watches seem to all be crazy thick, but it is nice to see them going thin with these Quartz models. Love them.
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I want one
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Damn!
If you put a large switch in some cave somewhere, with a sign on it saying 'End-of-the-World Switch. PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH', the paint wouldn't even have time to dry.
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Looks good. The Explorer II style bezel seems to be in right now.
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Same here.
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Holy shit I need one!
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Caliber 9F86
Accuracy: ±5 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN001)
±10 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN003 / 005)
Instant date change
High-torque stepping motor
Protective shield construction
GMT function / Independent hour hand adjustment function
Specifications:
Stainless steel case and bracelet
High definition dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Diameter: 39.0mm Thickness: 12.1mm
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Approximate recommended retail price in Europe:
3,600 Euro (SBGN001) /3,200 Euro (SBGN003 / 005)
Caliber 9F 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (SBGN001): Limited Edition of 800
Accuracy: ±5 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN001)
±10 seconds per year (at temperatures between 5℃ and 35℃) (SBGN003 / 005)
Instant date change
High-torque stepping motor
Protective shield construction
GMT function / Independent hour hand adjustment function
Specifications:
Stainless steel case and bracelet
High definition dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Diameter: 39.0mm Thickness: 12.1mm
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Approximate recommended retail price in Europe:
3,600 Euro (SBGN001) /3,200 Euro (SBGN003 / 005)
Caliber 9F 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (SBGN001): Limited Edition of 800
Website: http://smallwhitestubbies.com/
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My daughters wedding may not be as large as originally planned
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With the 40mm Explorer ii prices still representing one of the best value's in the Rolex world, you they do compare well on size and pricing. Obviously the Seiko is more accurate.
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Awesome!Captdave wrote:My daughters wedding may not be as large as originally planned
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Also, just the ability to adjust the hour hand independently on a HAQ is super useful for different TZs and DST. Otherwise, your watch could be sufficiently accurate for a decade, but if you have to set the time twice a year (or more) anyway, it may not make a big difference.
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The blue/red is a sexy beast.
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So nice.
The perfect grab and go which just might dominate all wrist time in a collection of mechanicals
The perfect grab and go which just might dominate all wrist time in a collection of mechanicals
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Black/red and blue/red combos are really cool, love the size too!
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Just got the official pricing and release dates for each:
SBGN001: $3,500
Expected November 2018
SBGN003: $3,200
Expected February 2019
SBGN005: $3,200
Expected February 2019
SBGN001: $3,500
Expected November 2018
SBGN003: $3,200
Expected February 2019
SBGN005: $3,200
Expected February 2019
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wow, nice that they only made the LE $300 more
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It's almost worth it just to get it 4 months ahead of time, not to mention the 5spy movement.
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At those prices, I probably (definitely) stick with the hi-beat GMT.
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Hi-beat is beautiful but it’s twice the price.
I think these are going to be a homerun.
If I were a commercial pilot or still a door kicker I’d get one in a NY minute. I might try for one but I fear it’s too good and my other watches might get neglected. I’m lazy and I remember this happening with my X33. So much cool, so accurate, so convenient.
Independent hour hand and you’d never have to hack the movement. Set it once a year if you really want. Or don’t.
I think these are going to be a homerun.
If I were a commercial pilot or still a door kicker I’d get one in a NY minute. I might try for one but I fear it’s too good and my other watches might get neglected. I’m lazy and I remember this happening with my X33. So much cool, so accurate, so convenient.
Independent hour hand and you’d never have to hack the movement. Set it once a year if you really want. Or don’t.
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More new GSes:
The first is this new SBGM235, a 9S66-based model with an incredible textured dial. The motif includes symbols from Daini, one of the two historic GS studios.
The 39.5mm SBGM235 is expected to cost $5,300 and should be available in November of this year. It also comes with an additional white croc strap. 1,000 will be made, and you can pre-order yours by clicking the image above.
The next model is a limited edition of the extremely popular SBGE001/SBGE201, now featuring a dark red sunburst dial with gold accents. It looks amazing. As you might expect, this uses the 9R66 spring drive movement, and retains some of the great features of its regular production counterparts, like the sapphire bezel with luminescent numerals.
The 44mm SBGE245 is expected to cost $6,100, and should be available either in November of December this year. Like the SBGM235, this also comes with an additional strap, in this case an orange silicone band. Only 600 of these will be made, and you can pre-order by clicking the image above.
The first is this new SBGM235, a 9S66-based model with an incredible textured dial. The motif includes symbols from Daini, one of the two historic GS studios.
The 39.5mm SBGM235 is expected to cost $5,300 and should be available in November of this year. It also comes with an additional white croc strap. 1,000 will be made, and you can pre-order yours by clicking the image above.
The next model is a limited edition of the extremely popular SBGE001/SBGE201, now featuring a dark red sunburst dial with gold accents. It looks amazing. As you might expect, this uses the 9R66 spring drive movement, and retains some of the great features of its regular production counterparts, like the sapphire bezel with luminescent numerals.
The 44mm SBGE245 is expected to cost $6,100, and should be available either in November of December this year. Like the SBGM235, this also comes with an additional strap, in this case an orange silicone band. Only 600 of these will be made, and you can pre-order by clicking the image above.
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Is there any ballpark on battery life?
If you put a large switch in some cave somewhere, with a sign on it saying 'End-of-the-World Switch. PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH', the paint wouldn't even have time to dry.
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Between these and Tudor, ya gotta admit we’re spoiled for choice in a decently priced GMT watch these days.
If you put a large switch in some cave somewhere, with a sign on it saying 'End-of-the-World Switch. PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH', the paint wouldn't even have time to dry.
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