Grand Seiko

Hotaka SBGA211

Reference Number :

SBGA211

Series : Heritage

Retail: $6,600

(As of: 01/2025)

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Quick TakeThe Grand Seiko "Snowflake" SBGA211 is an alluring paradox. It's a watch that feels almost weightless on the wrist, thanks to its high-intensity titanium case, yet carries the weight of meticulous Japanese craftsmanship. The dial's unique texture, evoking the crisp snow of the Hotaka mountains, dances with light in a truly mesmerizing display. Under the hood lies Grand Seiko's innovative Spring Drive movement. No tick-tock here, just the hypnotizing glide of the blue steel second hand, a visual poem to the continuous flow of time. With its 72-hour power reserve, displayed subtly on the dial, this watch is a quiet, confident companion, ready to endure days on end without a single winding. This piece is for the enthusiast who appreciates the understated, who finds beauty in the subtle and the intricate, and who values the quiet power of innovation.

DescriptionThe Grand Seiko Heritage Collection SBGA211, often referred to as the "Snowflake," is defined by its high-intensity titanium construction. This material choice renders the watch approximately 30% lighter than comparable stainless steel models, with a total weight of just 100 grams. The case diameter measures 41.0mm, with a lug-to-lug measurement of 49.0mm and a thickness of 12.5mm. Its high-intensity titanium exterior provides scratch and corrosion resistance. The band is 20mm wide and secures with a three-fold clasp featuring a push-button release, accommodating a wrist circumference of up to 193mm. The watch's dial is shielded by a dual-curved sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating on the inner surface, ensuring optimal readability. A screw-down crown contributes to the timepiece's 10 bar water resistance, while its resistance to magnetic fields is rated at 4,800 A/m. The case back is transparent, allowing visual access to the movement.

Powering the SBGA211 is the Grand Seiko Spring Drive caliber 9R65. This unique movement combines the torque of a traditional mainspring with the precision of a quartz regulator, achieving an accuracy of ±15 seconds per month, which translates to ±1 second per day. The movement provides a power reserve of approximately 72 hours (3 days), displayed through an indicator on the lower left portion of the dial. Its smooth, continuous movement is highlighted by the blue steel second hand that glides over the distinctive, textured white dial. The watch contains 30 jewels and is designed with allergy-safe metal components. Other key features of the SBGA211 include a screw-down crown, enhancing its water resistance.

GenderMen

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size41 mm

MovementAutomatic

Caliber9R65

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, Power Reserve

Power Reserve72 Hours

Case MaterialsTitanium

Bezel MaterialsTitanium

Lug MaterialsTitanium

Case BackSapphire Crystal