The Japanese brand launches three limited editions for the American market, available at select Grand Seiko retail partners and Grand Seiko boutiques in the United States. Assembled at the Shinshu Watch Studio in Japan, the Spring Drive 9R15/65 timepieces aim at precision, legibility and beauty, with striking dials inspired by a traditional painting technique.
SPECIFICATIONS
REFERENCE
SBGA387 / SBGA384 / SBGA385
COLLECTION
Spring Drive 9R15/65 - 44GS case
MOVEMENT
Spring Drive 9R15/65
BRACELET/STRAP
Three-fold clasp with push button release
PRICE
6,800$ (Stainless steel), 29,500$ (18K Rose gold), 53,000$ (Platinum PT950)
Inspired by a Japanese painting technique called Kira-zuri (“sparkling painting”), the lustrous dial takes a life of its own. This technique is commonly found in ukiyo-e paintings to create texture to the background of Kabuki actors. The dial on the platinum model has an additional plating process to create its texture and sparkle, while the blue dial of the stainless steel model shares influences from the clear blue skies over the Sea of Japan.