Celebrating the autumnal equinox with Shubun
Imagine a cloudy night with a bright moon against the dark fall sky. This scene, in Japanese known as tsukiyo, offers inspiration for the dial of the SBGH273. With its unique texture, subtle coloration, and mesmerizing shimmer, the dial evokes the autumnal equinox by representing clouds as they float through the autumn sky.
The case design also pulls inspiration from a distinct source, this time from Grand Seiko's history. Launched in 1967, the 62GS was Grand Seiko’s first automatic watch. This timepiece gained popularity for its striking design, which featured a mirrored, multi-sided case and wide dial opening made possible via a bezel-free construction. The contemporary interpretation of the 62GS design can be seen here.
CASE
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 40mm
Case Thickness: 12.8mm
Case Length: 47mm
Lug Width: 21mm
Crown: Screw Down
Strap/Bracelet: Stainless Steel w. three-fold clasp
Crystal: Box-Shape Sapphire
Caseback: Stainless Steel with Sapphire Crystal
MOVEMENT
Caliber: 9R65
Power Source: Automatic
Jewels: 37
Accuracy: 5 to -3 seconds per day (when static)
Duration: 55 Hours
FUNCTIONS
Features: Time, Date
Water Resistance: 100m
Magnetic Resistance: 4,800 A/m
FEATURES
Powering the watch is Caliber 9S85, a sophisticated Hi-Beat movement running at 36,000 bph. This modern movement makes use of innovations to its mainspring, hairspring, and escapement to improve precision. Grand Seiko manufactures this movement at Studio Shizukuishi in Iwate Prefecture.
REF: SBGH273
