Omega and Swatch have unveiled a black Mission To The Moonphase variant of the Snoopy MoonSwatch, featuring a sleek matt-black dial and a quote from Snoopy. Tudor releases the limited edition Black Bay Chrono “Pink” with a daring pink dial, while Omega introduces a new white Speedmaster inspired by astronaut suits. Grand Seiko's Alive In Time Through The Five Senses exhibition in Singapore engaged all five senses, showcasing the expertise of Grand Seiko's master watchmakers and offering a seasonally inspired menu of delights.
This article highlights six lesser-known Grand Seiko dial designs that are overshadowed by the popular "Snowflake" design, including the SBGH341 inspired by cherry blossoms, the SBGH295 representing the first frost of autumn, the SBGJ259 with a green dial inspired by a bamboo forest, the Spring Drive 5 Days Diver's 200m 'Ushio' with a deep blue dial, the SBGW311 inspired by the rainy season, and the limited edition SBGJ261 with a peacock-inspired dial, showcasing the brand's diverse and intricate craftsmanship.
Grand Seiko has released three new watches inspired by the craftsmanship of the katana, a traditional Japanese sword. The watches feature steel Zaratsu-polished cases and dappled dial patterns reminiscent of the katana's blade. The SBGA489 has a black dial, the SBGA491 has a dark green dial, and the SBGA493 has a deep red dial with yellow gold-tone accents. These U.S. exclusive releases come with a 40mm case, 100m water resistance, and Spring Drive Caliber 9R65 movements. The SBGA489 and SBGA491 are priced at $5,600 and will be available in August, while the limited edition SBGA493, limited to 500 pieces, will be released in September for $6,000.
This week's Pre-Owned Picks from the Hodinkee Shop feature a selection of exquisite timepieces, including a neo-vintage Grand Seiko with exceptional craftsmanship, an anniversary edition Omega Speedmaster '57 paying homage to the original model, a refined Breitling Navitimer without the chronograph function, and a versatile Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra ideal for summer wear. Also highlighted is the Zenith Chronomaster Original, showcasing the brand's iconic El Primero movement.
Grand Seiko has introduced its first mechanical chronograph, the Tentagraph, which features a high-beat movement with a frequency of ten beats per second and a power reserve of three days. The watch has a titanium case with a ceramic bezel insert and a blue "Mt. Iwate" pattern dial. It is part of the Evolution 9 Collection and is put through rigorous testing for accuracy. The watch will be available in June 2023 for $13,700.
Grand Seiko has unveiled its latest hand-engraved watch, the SBGZ009, inspired by the white birch forests at the foot of the North Yatsugatake Mountains. The watch features a textured metallic-toned dial and a platinum case that has been hand-engraved by the craftsmen at the Micro Artist studio in Shiojiri. The watch is powered by the manually wound spring-drive movement 9R02 with an 84-hour power reserve. The SBGZ009 will be available in a limited edition of 50 watches starting in June 2023 for a price of $79,000.
