Grand Seiko

Stainless Steel SBGW301

Reference Number :

SBGW301

Series : Elegance

Retail: $4,900

(As of: 02/2025)

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Quick TakeThe SBGW301 from Grand Seiko's Elegance Collection offers a real treat. A classic hand-wound movement, visible through the exhibition caseback, powers this beauty, promising a full three days of run time on a full wind. Feel the refined 37.3mm case, shaped with a vintage-inspired profile, it just calls back to a simpler time. The Zaratsu polishing isn't just a fancy technique; it's what gives the steel that incredible, almost liquid sheen. And while it might look delicate, don't underestimate its daily wearability – with decent magnetic resistance and tested accuracy, you'll be taking this timeless piece everywehre. Its elegant design, paired with its sturdy construction, makes it a truly captivating timepiece. The crisp, clean dial beneath the box-shaped sapphire is the epitome of understated elegance. It truly is a celebration of both time and craftsmanship. It's not about shouting; it's about a quiet confidence that speaks volumes.

DescriptionThe Grand Seiko SBGW301, part of the Elegance Collection, represents a harmonious blend of classic design and meticulous craftsmanship. Encased within a stainless steel structure, the watch measures a diameter of 37.3mm, a lug-to-lug distance of 44.3mm, and a thickness of 11.7mm. This compact form factor is further enhanced by the extensive application of Zaratsu polishing, a technique that imparts a distortion-free, mirror-like finish to the case surfaces. The exterior's design is focused around balanced proportions and elegant finishing, resulting in a timepiece that exudes understated sophistication, avoiding excessive ornamentation. The case's construction incorporates a see-through case back, secured by six screws. This exhibition case back offers a clear view of the intricate movement within, allowing for observation of the mechanical components and finishing details.

The watch is fitted with a box-shaped sapphire crystal, chosen for its superior scratch resistance and clarity. The interior surface of this crystal features an anti-reflective coating, improving legibility by minimizing glare and reflections under various lighting conditions. Protecting the dial, the saphire is essential for any watch of this calibur. The SBGW301's movement, Caliber 9S64, is a manually wound mechanism, reflecting a traditional approach to watchmaking. This movement provides a substantial power reserve of approximately 72 hours (3 days) when fully wound. Its timekeeping performance is precisely regulated, with a mean daily rate specified between +5 and -3 seconds per day. The movement is built with 24 jewels. It's important to understand that the mean daily rate is determined through a rigorous testing procedure, where the movement, prior to casing, is measured in six positions over 12 days under controlled conditions. Normal usage accuracy, which accounts for real-world wearing conditions, is rated between +10 and -1 seconds per day. This Caliber is secured and displayed in a case that's water resistent, it can handle splashes but is not built for deep water. The watch weighs in at 61 grams, not noticable on the wrist during everyday use. The watch adheres to a magnetic resistance standard of 4,800 A/m, offering protection against common magnetic fields encountered in daily life. The band, crafted from crocodile leather, has a width of 19mm and a perimeter of 195mm.

GenderUnisex

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size37.3 mm

MovementHandwound

Caliber9S64

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds

Power Reserve72 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSapphire Crystal