Grand Seiko

44GS Stainless Steel SBGP001

Reference Number :

SBGP001

Series : Heritage

Retail: $3,200

(As of: 01/2025)

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Quick TakeThis Grand Seiko reference SBGP001 is a sleeper hit that brings the heat on the wrist. Let's face it—the 9F85 quartz movement isn't just accurate to within 10 seconds a year; it's got that slick, time-zone-hopping, hour-hand action that makes you feel like a seasoned globetrotter, even if your biggest trip is just down to the corner coffee shop. The dial is a masterclass in stealth wealth—understated, yet when that light catches those diamond-cut markers, it's like a secret handshake to those in the know. This isn't your granddad's clunky ticker; it's a 40mm slice of Zaratsu-polished perfection that slips under the radar and onto your wrist with the kind of ease that screams, "I've got this." Sure, it's got the heritage, tipping its hat to the legendary 44GS, but this ain't no dusty museum piece. This is Grand Seiko flexing, blending old-school cool with new-school tech. In a world of shouty wrist candy, the SBGP001 is that knowing nod across a crowded room—sophisticated, a bit mysterious, and undeniably cool.

DescriptionThe SBGP001 showcases a design rooted deeply in the principles established by the 44GS model in 1967, reflecting a modern reinterpretation of a historical aesthetic that defined the Grand Seiko Style. This watch is built around a 40.0mm stainless steel case that harmoniously balances a modest diameter with an 11.1mm thickness, ensuring a comfortable fit for most wrists while maintaining a presence that's noticeable yet never imposing. The bezel and case are defined by the Zaratsu polishing technique. This meticulous, hand-applied method results in a mirror finish that is entirely distortion-free, and showcases a compelling contrast between brushed and highly polished surfaces. The watch's water resistance is rated at 10 bar, sufficient for protection against splashes and suitable for swimming but not for deep diving. Its magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m safeguards the movement against the detrimental effects of everyday magnetic fields. The dual-curved sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating on its inner surface, offers enhanced legibility and durability.

At the core of the SBGP001 is the Caliber 9F85 quartz movement, a high-precision mechanism with an accuracy of ±10 seconds per year. This movement features a time difference adjustment function that allows for the independent adjustment of the hour hand without affecting the seconds hand, a crucial feature for maintaining precise timekeeping across different time zones. The dial is an exercise in understated elegance, presenting twelve multi-faceted hour markers that, like the hands, are diamond-cut to enhance their sparkle and visibility. The complementary arrangement of the polished and brushed elements of the case, dial, and hands contributes to the watch's overall radiance and readability. The integration of a calendar-linked time difference adjustment function further underscores Grand Seiko's commitment to practicality and user convenience, making the SBGP001 not just a piece of horological art but a functional tool for the modern global citizen. The watch's solid screw case back and a three-fold clasp with a push-button release round out its features, ensuring both security on the wrist and ease of wear. The whole watch weighs in at a comfortable 142 grams.

GenderMen

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size40 mm

MovementQuartz

Caliber9F85

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Date

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSolid

Dial ColorSilver