Grand Seiko

Chronograph GMT SBGC253

Reference Number :

SBGC253

Series : Sport

Retail: $12,700

(As of: 02/2025)

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Quick TakeWearing this Grand Seiko is like strapping a piece of wearable art onto your wrist. It's a tool watch built for more than just telling time. It is not just a way to track the seconds, minutes, and hours–it is about feeling the subtle purr of its Spring Drive movement as it keeps flawless time, a gentle reminder of the engineering marvel within. The dial, a canvas echoing a lion's fierce mane, catches the light, and suddenly, you are not just reading the time–you're basking in a miniature, metallic sunrise. The rotating 24-hour GMT bezel and chronograph functions are not simply technical features; they're an open invitation to dream of far-off places and daring escapades, an everyday accessory that turns into a personal statement, silently screaming of resilience and the pursuit of adventure. It is not all about the aesthetic–it is about feeling that satisfying click as you engage the chronograph, a mechanical heartbeat that's almost primal. This isn't just a watch. It's a companion, a silent testament to the spirit of adventure that lives within, a constant, gleaming nudge to make every second count. It's a watch that feels less like a luxury item and more like a badge of honor, a symbol of a life well-lived.

DescriptionGrand Seiko's SBGC253 Spring Drive Chronograph GMT from their esteemed Sport Collection is a horological creation built around the Caliber 9R86 movement, which provides an impressive 72-hour power reserve and is accurate to within ±15 seconds per month, or ±1 second per day. The movement powers a suite of functions, including a 24-hour hand for dual time display, a chronograph capable of measuring up to 30 minutes and 12 hours, a power reserve indicator, and a calendar-linked time difference adjustment function. The watch's movement is housed in a high-intensity titanium case that measures 44.5mm in diameter, 50.0mm from lug to lug, and 16.8mm thick. This robust case is paired with a matching titanium bracelet, 23mm wide and 198mm in perimeter, contributing to the watch's overall weight of 158 grams.

Visually, the timepiece is defined by its bright white dial, adorned with a unique lion's mane motif, and features wide indexes and hands coated with LumiBrite for enhanced legibility, even in low-light conditions. This luminescent material is also applied to the bezel, further contributing to the watch's functionality. The dial is protected by a dual-curved sapphire crystal, treated with an anti-reflective coating on its inner surface, ensuring optimal readability from various angles. The case's design embodies the power of the lion, providing a secure fit on the wrist while emphasizing the lightweight nature of the high-intensity titanium. Further enhancing its practicality, the watch boasts a 20-bar water resistance and a magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m, suitable for various sporting activities. It also has 50 jewels.

GenderMen

SignaturesGrand Seiko

Country of OriginJapan

Case Size44.5 mm

MovementAutomatic

Caliber9R86

FunctionsChronograph, Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT, Power Reserve

Power Reserve72 Hours

Case MaterialsTitanium

Bezel MaterialsCeramic

Lug MaterialsTitanium

Dial ColorSilver