Grand Seiko

Rose Gold SBGD202

Reference Number :

SBGD202

Series : Masterpiece

Retail: $45,700

(As of: 01/2025)

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Quick TakeThe SBGD202 is a real head-turner. With its rose gold case, it's like wearing a chunk of a sunset on your wrist. But the real magic is that dial—it's as if they bottled up a clear night sky, complete with twinkling stars. You can almost hear the crickets chirping! It's powered by that slick Spring Drive movement, which is basically the watch world's equivalent of a high-performance engine, incredibly smooth and accurate. It is a watch that looks like it belongs in a museum but is tough enough for everyday adventures. The power reserve is insane, so you could probably leave it in a drawer for a week, pick it up, and it's still ticking away like nothing happened. Grand Seiko really outdid themselves with this one—it's not just a watch; it's a piece of art.

DescriptionThe Grand Seiko SBGD202, part of the Masterpiece Collection, showcases meticulous craftsmanship and innovative engineering. The watch's exterior is defined by its 18k rose gold case, measuring 43.0mm in diameter, 51.8mm from lug-to-lug, and 13.2mm in thickness. This substantial yet elegant case is paired with a see-through, screw-down case back that offers a view of the intricate movement within. The case is topped with a box-shaped sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating on its inner surface. This crystal shape not only enhances the watch's vintage aesthetic but also improves readability by minimizing glare. A luxurious crocodile leather band, 22mm in width and with a perimeter of 195mm, complements the rose gold case. The band is secured with a three-fold clasp featuring a push-button release mechanism, ensuring both comfort and security on the wrist. The dial of the SBGD202 is particularly noteworthy, designed to mimic the night sky in the mountains surrounding the Micro Artist Studio. This effect is achieved through a special process that combines plating and painting, creating a black dial sprinkled with star-like accents. The five-faceted hands and hour markers are polished using a new Zaratsu technique, providing a sharp, mirror-like finish that is a hallmark of Grand Seiko's craftsmanship.

Powering the SBGD202 is the Caliber 9R01, a Spring Drive manual winding movement that represents a pinnacle of horological innovation. This movement offers an impressive power reserve of approximately 192 hours, or 8 days, ensuring the watch remains operational for extended periods without winding. A power reserve indicator on the dial allows the wearer to monitor the remaining energy. The movement is also highly accurate, with a precision of ±10 seconds per month, which translates to approximately ±0.5 seconds per day. The 9R01 movement contains 56 jewels, contributing to its smooth operation and longevity. The watch is water-resistant up to 10 bar, making it suitable for everyday wear and resistant to splashes and brief immersion in water. Additionally, it has a magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m, protecting it from the detrimental effects of magnetic fields encountered in daily life. The watch weighs 150 grams, balancing heft and comfort. This timepiece also features a time difference adjustment function.

GenderMen

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size43 mm

MovementHandwound

Caliber9R01

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds

Power Reserve192 Hours

Case MaterialsRose Gold

Bezel MaterialsRose Gold

Lug MaterialsRose Gold

Case BackSapphire Crystal