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Manual Hi-beat 80 Hours Evolution 9 39mm, Titanium, Crocodile Leather, White Dial

SLGW003 39 mm
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Regular price $11,600.00.00

Grand Seiko Manual Hi-beat 80 Hours Evolution 9 - (Ref. SLGW003) Product Details

Inspired by the white birch bark found near the Shizukuishi studio Introducing the first Grand Seiko 10-beat manual winding movement in 50 years New dial pattern inspired by the horizontal patterns on white birch tree bark Housed in a 45mm Brilliant Hard Titanium case with a black crocodile leather strap Powered by the new in-house 9SA4 10 beat manual-winding caliber with an 80-hour power reserve POWERED BY A

NEW ICON

In 1968, the 45GS launched as the first Grand Seiko with a 10-beat manual winding movement. This new 2024 Birch Bark model introduces the first Grand Seiko 10-beat manual winding movement in 50 years - the in-house built9SA4. This Birch Bark model presents a new dial finish, inspired by the horizontal patterns on white birch tree bark found in the forests near Shizukuishi studio where all Grand Seiko mechanical watches are crafted.

INSPIRED BY WHITE BIRCH TREE BARK

This striking model is characterized by its silver dial, with a distinct horizontal pattern and a blue seconds hand. Less than 10mm in depth, the slender 45mm case is crafted from Brilliant Hard Titanium, an alloy which is brighter than traditional titanium for abeautiful, lightweight timepiece that is also highly resistant to corrosion and scratches. Visible through the transparent caseback, the new in-house 9SA4 10 beat manual-winding caliber powers the watch with the ultimate precision, offering an 80-hour power reserve. Based on the 9SA5 movement, the caliber features a newly designed manual-winding movement, a new bridge shape, and a new wheel finish. A black crocodile leather strap completes the aesthetic.

General

Condition

New

Brand

Grand Seiko

Reference

SLGW003

Year

ALL YEAR 2025

Family

Evolution 9

Product Code

18400559

Watch Display

Analogue

Water Resistance

Not Water Resistant

Features

Manual winding
Waterproof

Case

Case Size

39 mm

Case Depth

10 mm

Case Shape

Round

Case Material

Titanium

Bezel Material

Titanium

Bezel Color

Silver

Crystal

Sapphire

Dial

Dial Color

White

Dial Texture

Texture

Dial Markers

Baton

Stone Set

No

Movement

Type

Hand Wound

Bracelet

In-house Movement

Yes

Type

Strap

Bracelet Material

Crocodile

Stone Set

No

Buckle/Clasp

Pin