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Grand Seiko’s whirlpool-inspired SBGH331 Oceania limited edition has got Antipodean watch fans in a spin
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Grand Seiko’s whirlpool-inspired SBGH331 Oceania limited edition has got Antipodean watch fans in a spin

Inspired by an undeniably Japanese natural phenomenon, it weirdly makes sense for a watch earmarked for Australia and New Zealand.
Living the jet set lifestyle for a day with the Grand Seiko SBGE285 Spring Drive GMT
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Living the jet set lifestyle for a day with the Grand Seiko SBGE285 Spring Drive GMT

I might not have a private jet or drive a Ferrari, but wearing this GS for a day made me feel like I do.
The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313)
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The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313)

Grand Seiko has just launched three new U.S exclusive midsize 44GS references at their GS9 Club USA event.
The Grand Seiko SBGW297 & SBGW299 bring back bracelets to 36.5mm 44GS cases
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The Grand Seiko SBGW297 & SBGW299 bring back bracelets to 36.5mm 44GS cases

Grand Seiko expands the popular 36.5mm 44GS line with two new fan-textured dials, complete with steel bracelets.
Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko
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Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko

Jamie and Borna were lucky enough to go driving supercars with Grand Seiko. Must be nice.
12 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter
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12 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

Our guide to the 12 of the best Grand Seiko references of the modern era, and why they're so important.
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 5: Seiko/Epson Shiojiri Studio Shinshu – home of all Spring Drive, 9F quartz, and the Micro Artist Studio
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 5: Seiko/Epson Shiojiri Studio Shinshu – home of all Spring Drive, 9F quartz, and the Micro Artist Studio

Editor’s note: We have finally reached the end of the Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour series. In part one I detailed my visit to Grand Seiko…
The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 take to Mount Iwate skies celebrating the 9S movement
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The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 take to Mount Iwate skies celebrating the 9S movement

The Grand Seiko SBGJ275 and SBGM253 celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 9S mechanical movement The SBGJ275 from the Sport Collection depicts the cloudy sky…
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 4: Chatting with the man behind the Kodo at Atelier Ginza
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 4: Chatting with the man behind the Kodo at Atelier Ginza

We are nearing the end of this Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour series. In part one I detailed my visit to Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, the…
New releases from Grand Seiko, Garrick, Tissot, Bulova and more
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New releases from Grand Seiko, Garrick, Tissot, Bulova and more

Novelty drops are picking up again, and thanks to the upcoming Geneva Watch Days fair at the end of the month, there will be plenty…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Geoff Hess joins Sotheby’s as Head of Watches for the Americas
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Geoff Hess joins Sotheby’s as Head of Watches for the Americas

It’s that time of year where the Swiss typically go on holiday, which means there’s less news about fresh releases this week. Nonetheless, some big…
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 3: The Seiko House Ginza (Wako Main Building)
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 3: The Seiko House Ginza (Wako Main Building)

So. I have detailed the first stop of my trip to Japan with Grand Seiko at the Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi – the home of…
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 2: The Seiko Museum in Ginza
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 2: The Seiko Museum in Ginza

After having a blast in Morioka, getting intimate with all things Grand Seiko 9S mechanical at Studio Shizukuishi, we returned to Ginza to check out…
UPDATE: The winner of the Grand Seiko AU SBGJ269 auction will also get a VIP trip to Japan – under one condition
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UPDATE: The winner of the Grand Seiko AU SBGJ269 auction will also get a VIP trip to Japan – under one condition

The notion of a nature-inspired watch is nothing new for Grand Seiko, it is certainly their M.O. But when the Grand Seiko SBGJ269 “Pink Flannel…
VIDEO: The Grand Seiko SLGA023 brings unparalleled beauty and accuracy to a dive watch
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VIDEO: The Grand Seiko SLGA023 brings unparalleled beauty and accuracy to a dive watch

While it may not be the first brand you think of when it comes to dive watches, Grand Seiko produces some of the most handsome,…
Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 1: Studio Shizukuishi – the home of 9S mechanical
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Grand Seiko Manufacture Tour Part 1: Studio Shizukuishi – the home of 9S mechanical

Ever since I went down the rabbit hole of watch enthusiasm, truly well and down the hole, I have always wanted to visit the Grand…
Grand Seiko auctions off last “Pink Flannel Flower” watch to help Australian wildlife
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Grand Seiko auctions off last “Pink Flannel Flower” watch to help Australian wildlife

Australia has the highest rate of mammal extinction in the world with nearly one in three of our unique mammals at risk of dying out.…
The 5 best blue dial watches
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The 5 best blue dial watches

Even though the classic blue dial has lost some ground in terms of popularity due to the rise of other colours, most notably green and…
HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SLGC001 Tentagraph puts the evolution in Evolution 9
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HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SLGC001 Tentagraph puts the evolution in Evolution 9

Grand Seiko is well-known for a wide array of dial expressions, faceted case geometries, handsome Zaratsu finishing, and, of course, their proprietary Spring Drive system.…
The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan
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The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan

Last month, I had the distinct honour of travelling to Japan with Grand Seiko for an in-depth tour of their various watchmaking studios and more.…
WHAT IF… Grand Seiko finally made a smaller dive watch
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WHAT IF… Grand Seiko finally made a smaller dive watch

Editor’s note: What if? It can be a prefix of imagination, wonder and hope. On the other side of the coin, it can also provoke…
Borna’s top 5 Watches & Wonders 2023 releases
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Borna’s top 5 Watches & Wonders 2023 releases

In the weeks since Watches & Wonders, I’ve been ruminating on the numerous releases, and have realised that this year has been one of the…
The storied history of the Seiko mechanical chronograph
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The storied history of the Seiko mechanical chronograph

Occupying a unique spot in the world of watchmaking, Seiko’s offerings provide an incredible span of diversity – from entry-level quartz pieces to haute horlogerie…
Zach’s top five watches from Watches & Wonders 2023 (Live Pics)
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Zach’s top five watches from Watches & Wonders 2023 (Live Pics)

Last year during the fair, Andrew and I were able to find the time to sit down and share our top five picks on camera…
Understanding Grand Seiko design at a deeper level with GS designer Akira Yoshida
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Understanding Grand Seiko design at a deeper level with GS designer Akira Yoshida

Grand Seiko has attracted a wide base of watch enthusiasts to their products. Previously an underdog trying to break through in regions outside of Japan,…
Grand Seiko evokes rosy cherry blossom with the Hana-ikada SBGY026
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Grand Seiko evokes rosy cherry blossom with the Hana-ikada SBGY026

Grand Seiko makes the most of their gorgeous cherry blossom-inspired dial, this time in a rose-gold case The SBGY026 will appeal to the smaller-wristed, measuring…
The Grand Seiko Tentagraph SLGC001 – the first fully mechanical chronograph movement from GS
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The Grand Seiko Tentagraph SLGC001 – the first fully mechanical chronograph movement from GS

Grand Seiko Tentagraph SLGC001 marks the first-ever fully mechanical chronograph from GS Tentagraph stands for TEN beats per second, Three days, Automatic chronoGRAPH New 9SC5…
The new Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is a handsomely hand-engraved holy grail
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The new Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is a handsomely hand-engraved holy grail

The new Grand Seiko SBGZ009 is a hand-made Micro Artist Studio creation displaying the ultimate finishing of the manufacture. This unofficial sequel to the SBGZ001…
The Grand Seiko SBGD213 roars with hand-set diamonds and blue sapphires
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The Grand Seiko SBGD213 roars with hand-set diamonds and blue sapphires

The new Grand Seiko SBGD213 is the sequel to last year’s SBGD209 The paw-like shape of the faceted case is inspired by the Grand Seiko…
High-end and high-tech GMT duo: The Grand Seiko Tokyo Lion SBGC253 and Yukigesho SBGJ271
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High-end and high-tech GMT duo: The Grand Seiko Tokyo Lion SBGC253 and Yukigesho SBGJ271

Another week, another couple of impressively featured Grand Seiko releases. Today’s offerings include an until-now limited edition-only chronograph and an addition to the Elegance GMT…
The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36
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The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36

Editor’s note: Zach originally wrote this article back in January 2021, in which he digs into why he bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for…
INTRODUCING: Honouring the “First” with maki-e magic – the new Grand Seiko SBGW295 Limited Edition
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INTRODUCING: Honouring the “First” with maki-e magic – the new Grand Seiko SBGW295 Limited Edition

Grand Seiko celebrates the 110th anniversary of Japan’s first wristwatch. The SBGW295 is inspired by Grand Seiko’s first watch from 1960 known as the “First”. Its…
OPINION: I am simultaneously fawning over, yet frustrated with, the new Grand Seiko SLGA021
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OPINION: I am simultaneously fawning over, yet frustrated with, the new Grand Seiko SLGA021

Grand Seiko has issued a standard production Lake Suwa sequel to the limited edition SLGA007, the new SLGA021 Includes an Evolution 9 case and bracelet, 9RA2…
The 5 best high complication watches of 2022
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The 5 best high complication watches of 2022

It’s nearly impossible to distil and encompass the variety and unique features of last year’s best complication into only five picks, but we’ll do our…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Recapping the releases of the week – Grand Seiko, Zenith, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Bulgari
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Recapping the releases of the week – Grand Seiko, Zenith, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Bulgari

While it may only be the second week of the new year, we already, in this past week alone, have a ton of new novelties…
The three watches Zach wore most in 2022 – Rolex, Grand Seiko, Zenith
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The three watches Zach wore most in 2022 – Rolex, Grand Seiko, Zenith

This past year was quite a journey for my collection, with new additions and trades – as I am known for every now and again.…
The three watches Ricardo wore most in 2022 – Grand Seiko, MoonSwatch and Tudor
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The three watches Ricardo wore most in 2022 – Grand Seiko, MoonSwatch and Tudor

This will go down as the year that completely changed my life. From growing my passion for watches. To balancing life as a writer and…
That time we asked an independent watchmaker why the Grand Seiko 9SA5 caliber is so remarkable
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That time we asked an independent watchmaker why the Grand Seiko 9SA5 caliber is so remarkable

Editor’s Note: While it has been a few years since the debut of the calibre, to this day the Grand Seiko calibre 9SA5, and its performance…
HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SBGY023 GS9 Club USA Limited Edition is yet another GS we wish was standard production
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HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SBGY023 GS9 Club USA Limited Edition is yet another GS we wish was standard production

I know many of us jest at the frequency with which Grand Seiko releases limited editions. To be fair, plenty of other brands are guilty…
Enough Birch: The Grand Seiko SLGH019 proves there is far more dial-ground to cover in Evolution 9
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Enough Birch: The Grand Seiko SLGH019 proves there is far more dial-ground to cover in Evolution 9

Evolution 9 was born to usher in a new era and tier of Grand Seiko watchmaking. It brought forth their most faceted case yet, with…
VIDEO: Grand Seiko’s elemental SBGW293 and SBGW291 are a celebration of fine details
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VIDEO: Grand Seiko’s elemental SBGW293 and SBGW291 are a celebration of fine details

Grand Seiko and special releases – name a better love story. The duo we’re looking at today, the air-inspired silvery SBGW291 Kuuki and earthy SBGW293…
Grand Seiko debuts the manually wound Spring Drive SBGY011 in a 44GS case
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Grand Seiko debuts the manually wound Spring Drive SBGY011 in a 44GS case

Grand Seiko is known for their colorful and textured dials born from natural muses. The Japanese philosophy of translating their surrounding nature into their craft…
The changing reality of wearing a watch in New York City
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The changing reality of wearing a watch in New York City

It’s a Saturday morning in New York City. For years, I’ve enjoyed the comfort and privacy of driving around the city as my form of…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGJ269 ‘Pink Flannel’
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGJ269 ‘Pink Flannel’

In the interest of journalistic integrity I have to admit my biases, and I am obsessed with pink. My hair has been pink for the…
VIDEO: Grand Seiko make a compelling case for a one-watch collection with their new quartz GMTs
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VIDEO: Grand Seiko make a compelling case for a one-watch collection with their new quartz GMTs

You may have your own opinion about quartz watches, but Grand Seiko has certainly elevated the movement technology to a whole different level. And their…
The Grand Seiko SBGW291 and SBGW293 condense dazzling dials into 36.5mm cases
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The Grand Seiko SBGW291 and SBGW293 condense dazzling dials into 36.5mm cases

The 44GS case has been a staple in Grand Seiko’s line-up for a long time, with the Japanese luxury giant paying tribute to its 55th…
The new Grand Seiko SLGH013 means the 9SA5 x 44GS case combo has arrived in standard production
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The new Grand Seiko SLGH013 means the 9SA5 x 44GS case combo has arrived in standard production

Don’t get me wrong. The Evolution 9 case geometry has a stellar aesthetic. But when we first saw Grand Seiko’s innovative and beautiful 9SA5 hi-beat…
Did Grand Seiko just give us the perfect two-watch collection?
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Did Grand Seiko just give us the perfect two-watch collection?

A few days ago, as I sat in front of my watch box, a familiar thought crossed my mind. One I’ve already shared with you…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: New Grand Seiko 9F GMTs, gift-giving footballers and Louis Monet x Fratello
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: New Grand Seiko 9F GMTs, gift-giving footballers and Louis Monet x Fratello

Zach has just departed on a well-deserved holiday and is currently basking on a sun-lounger wearing a Hawaiian shirt loud enough to make your ears…
HANDS-ON: Grand Seiko dropped the mic with the SLGT003 “Kodo” Constant Force Tourbillon
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HANDS-ON: Grand Seiko dropped the mic with the SLGT003 “Kodo” Constant Force Tourbillon

In 2020, Grand Seiko debuted the T0 constant force tourbillon movement, a concept calibre that, at the time, was a total tease for collectors of…
Branching out: An overview of the Grand Seiko Birch family
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Branching out: An overview of the Grand Seiko Birch family

Evolution 9 represents a new era of design for Grand Seiko, pushing the envelope both externally and internally. The most prolific Evolution 9 design is…
The Grand Seiko SBGC249 and SBGC251 are complicated additions to the Evolution 9 collection
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The Grand Seiko SBGC249 and SBGC251 are complicated additions to the Evolution 9 collection

Grand Seiko’s Evolution 9 collection greatly expanded at this year’s Watches and Wonders, with no less than five new additions. Among those we find today’s…
The Grand Seiko SBGP017 raises a refined middle finger to movement snobs
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The Grand Seiko SBGP017 raises a refined middle finger to movement snobs

Grand Seiko has found success in modernising their back catalogue, taking case design cues from the 1967 original 44GS and powering them by their latest…
INTERVIEW: Takuma Kawauchiya unpacks the wonders of the Grand Seiko Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon
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INTERVIEW: Takuma Kawauchiya unpacks the wonders of the Grand Seiko Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon

With hair neatly parted and pocket square cheekily stuffed into his breast pocket, Takuma Kawauchiya doesn’t look like a former guitarist in a rock band that…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGP017 44GS 55th Anniversary Limited Edition
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGP017 44GS 55th Anniversary Limited Edition

If Grand Seiko is known for one thing only (and they’re certainly not), it’s their breathtaking dials, and their latest limited edition pushes that tradition…
VIDEO: Seiko President reveals the origin story behind the Grand Seiko Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon
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VIDEO: Seiko President reveals the origin story behind the Grand Seiko Kodo Constant Force Tourbillon

“Grand Seiko was born in 1960 and for about 50 years it was just limited exclusively to the Japanese domestic market,” explains Seiko President Akio…
Collector’s Crossroads: OK, I’ve finally realised that I own too many watches
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Collector’s Crossroads: OK, I’ve finally realised that I own too many watches

Last week, while celebrating six months of Grand Seiko ownership, I thought about my future plans with the watch. The question seemed simple: is the…
Six months later: Am I still in love with my Grand Seiko SBGM247?
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Six months later: Am I still in love with my Grand Seiko SBGM247?

Recently, I’ve made a habit of fantasising about forever watches in my collection. It’s something I feel should exist at the core of every collector,…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Down under with Blancpain, Grand Seiko debuts new “Oruri” at GS9 event in NYC
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Down under with Blancpain, Grand Seiko debuts new “Oruri” at GS9 event in NYC

This week, Blancpain invited our new(ish) staff writer Borna to the Great Barrier Reef to showcase their latest endeavours in the Ocean Commitment initiative. Having…
VIDEO: Hands-on with the Grand Seiko SBGW283, SBGW285 and SBGE277
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VIDEO: Hands-on with the Grand Seiko SBGW283, SBGW285 and SBGE277

This past Watches & Wonders in Geneva, Grand Seiko dropped a ton of really cool novelties. There was the Evolution 9 chronographs and GMTs, the…
Nicolas Cage loves shortbread, tree bark, and Grand Seiko
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Nicolas Cage loves shortbread, tree bark, and Grand Seiko

When people use the terms ‘fashion’ and ‘watch’ in the same sentence near die-hard enthusiasts, it can cause a shiver down their spines. “Fashion watch”…
The new 36.5mm Grand Seiko SBGW289 has fans rejoicing at the possibilities beyond this kira-zuri cherry blossom limited edition
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The new 36.5mm Grand Seiko SBGW289 has fans rejoicing at the possibilities beyond this kira-zuri cherry blossom limited edition

When a compact and classically dimensioned watch is debuted, a tiny-wrister bat signal is lit high in the sky for me to rush and cover…
VIDEO: Zach & Ricardo react to the Grand Seiko novelties (spoiler alert: they’re pretty excited…)
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VIDEO: Zach & Ricardo react to the Grand Seiko novelties (spoiler alert: they’re pretty excited…)

Our latest video is courtesy of the Grand Seiko novelties which caused a pretty big stir amongst the team and wider watch community with the…
VIDEO: Bark & Jack, Bamford and Andrew meet in the metal for the first time!
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VIDEO: Bark & Jack, Bamford and Andrew meet in the metal for the first time!

It’s Watches & Wonders week baby! The Time+Tide team is on the ground bringing you coverage of all the new releases. But we’re also getting…
WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview
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WATCHES & WONDERS: Grand Seiko 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year and with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground to…
Grand Seiko celebrates the 44GS with a slimmed-down duo of SLGA013 and SLGH009
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Grand Seiko celebrates the 44GS with a slimmed-down duo of SLGA013 and SLGH009

Never ones to shy away from a party, Grand Seiko release the SLGA013 and SLGH009. Celebrating the 55th anniversary of the 44GS, these Heritage collection…
Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword #3: The Grand Seiko challenge
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Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword #3: The Grand Seiko challenge

Welcome to the Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword! For those joining us for the first time, each week we will post a new crossword for you…
My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months
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My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months

Editor’s note: Sometimes you want an informed opinion. You have a problem with your knee – you speak to a doctor. You urgently need to…
Grand Seiko’s family tree grows with their new SLGH011 “Green Birch”
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Grand Seiko’s family tree grows with their new SLGH011 “Green Birch”

When the original Grand Seiko SLGH005 “White Birch” was first unveiled, I was overjoyed that their 9SA5 hi-beat caliber had made its way into the…
WHO TO FOLLOW: Gain a new perspective with @bui.watches
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WHO TO FOLLOW: Gain a new perspective with @bui.watches

There has been a common theme in the watch community as of late. The professional photographer, turned watch lover, turned watch photographer. It’s a progression…
The pristine iciness of the Grand Seiko Snowflake
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The pristine iciness of the Grand Seiko Snowflake

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGH005 (#5)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGH005 (#5)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: When a watch loses time…
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WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: When a watch loses time…

Editor’s Note: “What Tweaks my Tourb” is a recurring series where I reveal the things that irk me within my own watch-collecting journey. Previously I…
VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k
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VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k

Now we’re getting to the pointy end of the 2021 roundup, and there isn’t a single watch listed here that doesn’t mean serious business. Between…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGN007 (#12)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGN007 (#12)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
What are the differences between the Grand Seiko SLGA009 and SLGH005 “White Birch” watches?
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What are the differences between the Grand Seiko SLGA009 and SLGH005 “White Birch” watches?

Grand Seiko is wasting no time in 2022, dropping two new icy blue US Special Editions straight out of the gate and now making waves…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGA007 140th Anniversary Limited Edition (#18)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGA007 140th Anniversary Limited Edition (#18)

Editor’s note: There were a lot of great watches released in 2021 and the Time+Tide team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly…
INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!
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INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!

Back in 2020, Grand Seiko dropped two US Special Edition watches, marking the birth of the Sōkō Collection that takes its inspiration from the end…
“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021
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“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021

Last year, as Melbourne achieved the dubious victory of edging out Buenos Aires to endure the longest hard lockdown in the world, I was mostly…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGW264 (#25)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGW264 (#25)

Editor’s note: There were an awful lot of watches released in 2021 and our team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly could.…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko Heritage Hi-Beat GMT SBGJ255 celebrates 55 Years of the 44GS
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko Heritage Hi-Beat GMT SBGJ255 celebrates 55 Years of the 44GS

Limited editions have become a hot-button issue in the watch world, particularly in the past couple years and most people would agree that some of…
Three Reasons to check out the White Birch in person, which you can now do at the boutique in Sydney (rejoice)
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Three Reasons to check out the White Birch in person, which you can now do at the boutique in Sydney (rejoice)

Attention all Grand Seiko fanatics, admirers, or just plain curious creatures! The long anticipated SLGH005 ‘White Birch’ is finally starting to land in Grand Seiko…
EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list
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EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

EDITOR’S NOTE: Marc Hayek, CEO of Blancpain, Breguet and Jaquet Droz, said it best. “Platinum is among the noblest and most precious of metals,” he told The Financial Times. “It has extraordinary…
EDITOR’S PICKS: The best Grand Seiko watches – and movements – according to @mrgrandseiko
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EDITOR’S PICKS: The best Grand Seiko watches – and movements – according to @mrgrandseiko

Editor’s note: Quality not quantity? Grand Seiko proves that you can actually do both. The sheer output of the Japanese brand is extraordinary. It feels…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGJ253 is a GMT with a lustrous black dial
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGJ253 is a GMT with a lustrous black dial

There’s very little mystery left with Grand Seiko’s design strategy, especially with their Heritage collection. Often taking direct inspiration from natural scenes that surround the…
HANDS ON: Grand Seiko’s tool-tastic steel bezel GMTs
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HANDS ON: Grand Seiko’s tool-tastic steel bezel GMTs

I always find it interesting how certain releases seem to fly under the radar. We all remember that watch that grabbed our attention but barely…
EDITOR’S PICK: Enter the Goldilocks zone – 7 of the best mid-size watches money can buy (36 – 39mm only)
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EDITOR’S PICK: Enter the Goldilocks zone – 7 of the best mid-size watches money can buy (36 – 39mm only)

EDITOR’S NOTE: Let’s be real here: Goldilocks is a fairly reprehensible character. She enters the bears’ cottage without consent and is culpable of burglary in the…
INTRODUCING: The more refined and compact Grand Seiko SBGA461 & SBGA463 divers
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INTRODUCING: The more refined and compact Grand Seiko SBGA461 & SBGA463 divers

Though Grand Seiko is typically known for their dressier watches and mesmerising dials, you’d better believe a company with “Seiko” in its name knows a…
A WEEK ON THE WRIST: How my Grand Seiko Sport SBGM247 truly lived up to my dreams
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A WEEK ON THE WRIST: How my Grand Seiko Sport SBGM247 truly lived up to my dreams

We all have a watch brand that we love. A brand that brings something to the table we can’t ignore. Whether it be their finishing…
The Grand Seiko SBGA469 Boutique Online Exclusive introduces their “rock pattern” dial in a tradition-rooted indigo blue
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The Grand Seiko SBGA469 Boutique Online Exclusive introduces their “rock pattern” dial in a tradition-rooted indigo blue

I love my Grand Seiko SBGA413 “Spring”. It gets a lot of wear time on my wrist because I enjoy its cherry blossom inspired pink…
Don’t Miss This: Our team debates the best watches from $3K-5K USD
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Don’t Miss This: Our team debates the best watches from $3K-5K USD

After debating the best watches under $1,000 USD and the best watches from $1,000 – $3,000 USD, the next tier we are going to tackle in…
What the interview with the Seiko president could mean for the brand’s future
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What the interview with the Seiko president could mean for the brand’s future

In many ways, the goings-on of a watch brand are heavily guarded secrets to us collectors. Yes, we can guesstimate what is happening behind those…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGY008 offers a subtle masterclass in the use of diamonds
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGY008 offers a subtle masterclass in the use of diamonds

Many of Grand Seiko’s latest offerings have sought to transfer the beauty of the environment to our wrists. By using the elements seen around their…
INTRODUCING: Two new Grand Seiko Sport Collection Automatic GMTs (and why I immediately bought one)
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INTRODUCING: Two new Grand Seiko Sport Collection Automatic GMTs (and why I immediately bought one)

You ever wish a watch brand does something and then it actually happens? Not some slightly related version of your wish but the actual thing.…
VIDEO: Why is the Grand Seiko SLGH005 White Birch causing waiting lists?
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VIDEO: Why is the Grand Seiko SLGH005 White Birch causing waiting lists?

Grand Seiko has garnered attention from new and veteran collectors with their nature-inspired dials and exquisitely finished and faceted geometries. For the longest time, were…
Grand Seiko extends warranty period from three to five years for all purchases made after 1/1/2021
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Grand Seiko extends warranty period from three to five years for all purchases made after 1/1/2021

Usually when we discuss Grand Seiko it’s all about their faceted designs, nature-inspired dials, and the value they pose against their Swiss competitors with the…