Description
About Grand Seiko SBGH327
Grand Seiko “Red Fuji” Asia Pacific Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 Heritage Collection Limited Edition
A Tribute to Japan’s Iconic Symbol and Nature’s Phenomenon, the Aka Fuji – Grand Seiko Asia-Pacific Limited Edition
Inspired by the rare Aka Fuji, the SBGH327 pays tribute to the changing seasons. As a reflection of Grand Seiko’s reverence for the beauty of nature, the dial of this watch is skilfully crafted to capture this rare fleeting beauty. As late summer transitions to early autumn, a stunning scene unfolds when clear air and altostratus clouds harmoniously reflect the red light of sunrise and sunset onto the mountain. This rare occurrence, happening only once or twice a year, carries cultural significance and is believed to bring good luck. The Aka Fuji symbolizes happiness and success, bridging the gap between nature’s beauty and human aspirations. The case features the exquisite Zaratsu polishing, enhancing the watch’s aesthetic appeal. This timepiece is driven by the Hi-Beat Cal.9S85 renowned for precision, ensuring outstanding performance. The stainless-steel case boasts a dual-curved sapphire crystal, enhancing legibility with a screw-on see-through case back. This remarkable watch marks a historic milestone as the first regional exclusive timepiece launched by Grand Seiko Asia-Pacific in commemoration of the organization’s first year of establishment.
Limited edition of 168 pieces.
Grand Seiko SBGH327 Features
- 37 jewels
- LIMITED EDITION on the case back
- Serial number engraved on the case back
- Stainless steel case back
- See-through case back with lion emblem
- Screw-down crown
- Sapphire crystal
- Date display
Grand Seiko SBGH327 History
Prior to 1960, to challenge the status of Swiss watches and change the perception of Japanese watches, Daini Seikosha and Suwa began the discussion of a product line that can match the quality of Swiss watches under the suggestion of the parent company. At the time, Suwa Seikosha Co. was in charge of manufacturing men’s watches, so it was decided that Suwa would be producing the first Grand Seiko (GS).
The first Grand Seiko was released in 1960, it was based on Seiko’s previous high-end watch, CROWN. This Grand Seiko has a 25-jewel, manual-winding, 3180 caliber, and only 36,000 units were produced. This was also the first chronometer-grade watch manufactured in Japan, and it was based on Seiko’s own chronometer standard.
Design style
The design language of the Grand Seiko was set in 1967, with the creation of Grand Seiko 44GS. The 44GS set the ground for all future Grand Seiko with nine elements. These elements help improve the legibility of the watch under different situations, and create a sharp, crisp visual impression:
- Double width index at 12 o’clock
- Multi-faceted rectangular markers
- Highly polished bezel
- Highly polished planes and two-dimensional surface
- Half recessed crown
- Flat dial
- Multi-faceted hour and minute hands
- Curved side line
- Reverse slanted bezel wall and case side
- Dress style with simple but beautiful design
- Zaratsu polishing
source : wikipedia
