Key Takeaways
1. Grand Seiko launched four limited edition watches inspired by nature, revealed at a Tokyo event.
2. The SBGW324 model is inspired by sunset views at Mount Iwate and features a rose gold and dark gray design, with only 20 pieces available.
3. The SLGA034, reflecting Hiraide Spring, has a green dial and a two-toned design, with 100 units produced.
4. SLGA037 showcases a purple dial with a wavy texture inspired by the Pacific Ocean at twilight, featuring 60 units in a larger titanium case.
5. The SLGW008, inspired by a birch forest, has a light gold dial and a manual-winding movement, with only 100 pieces made, all watches may already be sold out in Japan.
Grand Seiko has launched a series of four limited edition watches in Japan, all inspired by nature. A Reddit user named Plus9Time recently shared photos from their reveal at a Tokyo event. It is believed that these watches have already sold out in this region.
SBGW324: Inspired by Nature
The first model, SBGW324, features a combination of rose gold and a black/dark gray design. This piece draws inspiration from the sunset views at Mount Iwate in northern Japan. The watch boasts a patterned dial with rose gold indexes and hands, encased in the brand’s signature 44GS case, which measures 36.5 x 11.7 x 42.7 mm (~1.44 x 0.46 x 1.68 inches). It operates on a 9S64 automatic caliber and there are only 20 pieces available, complete with a black leather strap.
SLGA034: Reflecting Water
Next is the SLGA034, inspired by the Hiraide Spring located in Shiojiri City. This model features a green dial that resembles the texture of water. The watch showcases a two-toned design, combining a rose gold bezel with a silver tone stainless steel strap. It also uses the 44GS case shape, measuring 40.0 x 12.1 x 47.4 mm (~1.57 x 0.48 x 1.87 inches). This timepiece runs on the Spring Drive 5 Days caliber 9RA2. A total of 100 units were produced.
SLGA037: Twilight Waves
The third watch, SLGA037, is another Spring Drive 5 Days model, powered by the 9RA5 caliber. This watch displays a purple dial with a wavy texture, reflecting the Pacific Ocean during twilight hours. It features a black rotating bezel and is housed in a larger titanium case that measures 43.8 x 13.8 x 51.5 mm (~1.72 x 0.54 x 2.03 inches), accompanied by a metal strap. There are 60 units of this design in Japan.
SLGW008: Birch Forest Inspiration
Lastly, we have the SLGW008, which takes its inspiration from a birch forest with a light gold-colored metal dial. It is framed by a rose gold bezel and a silver tone steel casing, measuring 38.6 x 9.95 x 45 mm (~1.52 x 0.39 x 1.77 inches). This piece is powered by a manual-winding mechanical caliber 9SA4, offering an impressive 80-hour power reserve. Only 100 of these watches have been made, and it also features a leather strap.
As reported by Plus9Time on Reddit, these four limited edition watches might already be sold out in Japan. They seem to be exclusive to this market, with no plans for release in other regions, such as the US. The SLGA034 is priced at approximately ¥1,700,000 (~$10,820).
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