Grand Seiko

Stainless Steel STGK009

Reference Number :

STGK009

Series : Elegance

Retail: $5,500

(As of: 02/2025)

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Quick TakeThe STGK009 is a masterpiece that feels like liquid starlight on your wrist. With its compact 27.8mm stainless steel case finished with that signature Zaratsu polish, it radiates an understated glow, perfectly complementing the dreamlike iridescence of the mother-of-pearl dial. This isn't just some dainty accessory, however, inside purrs the Caliber 9S27, an engineering miracle delivering remarkable precision. It's a movement that somehow balances power and delicacy – 50 hours of reserve and a slim profile, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship, right down to the blued-steel seconds hand. The refined engineering, the elegant dimensions, and the way even the tiniest markers catch the light – it makes the whole thing almost ethereal. It feels both incredibly modern and timeless. This Grand Seiko is a testament to Japanese watchmaking.

DescriptionThe Grand Seiko STGK009, a member of the Elegance Collection, represents a significant development in automatic timepieces designed specifically for women. Central to its engineering is the Caliber 9S27, a newly developed automatic movement. This movement achieves a balance between reduced dimensions and robust performance. The 9S27 operates at a frequency of 8 beats, contributing to its notable precision. Rigorous testing procedures, involving measurements in six positions over 12 days before case assembly, confirm a mean daily rate accuracy between +8 and -3 seconds. In standard use scenarios, this accuracy is specified as +10 to -5 seconds per day. This movement is not merely precise but also efficiently sized. It maintains a diameter of 19.4mm and a height of only 4.49mm.

The external construction of the STGK009 showcases meticulous craftsmanship. The case, crafted from stainless steel, has a diameter of 27.8mm, a lug-to-lug measurement of 33.5mm and a thickness of 11.2mm. These dimensions ensure a graceful presence on the wrist. The case surfaces are subjected to Zaratsu polishing, a technique imparting a characteristic luster. The dial, made from mother-of-pearl, is adorned with diamond-cut hour markers. Its hands exemplify precision manufacturing, with a hand-blued steel seconds hand complementing the razor-edged hour and minute hands. These are enhanced with a center hairline stripe. This improves their visibility by helping reflect even low levels of ambient light. The timepiece incorporates a dual-curved sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating on its inner surface for increased viewing clarity. The case back is transparent and of screw-down design. The watch is tested to ensure water resistant at 10 bar, and maintains a magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m. The movement contains 35 jewels, reducing friction and enhancing longevity. The Stainless Steel Band has a width of 13mm and is held with a secure three-fold clasp with a push-button release. Power reserve is approximately 50 hours.

GenderWomen

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size27.8 mm

MovementAutomatic

Caliber9S27

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Date

Power Reserve50 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSapphire Crystal