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Review: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA111 and SBGA109

We compare in detail the Grand Seiko Spring Drive 10th Anniversary Limited Edition models - the SBGA111 and SBGA109.

Review: Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA011 “Snowflake”

The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA011 has been written about everywhere, so this is not our usual full review, but one seen through the eyes of a collector.

News: Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8 Day

The Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve is now available in pink gold. The new SBGD202 has a mesmerising black dial and 8 days power reserve.

Ep. #6 – Seiko Spring Drive Event and “Guilty Pleasure” Watches

Kaz shares his experience at a recent Spring Drive event down in the Seiko Miami Boutique and the guys delve into one of their most beloved reoccurring series: Guilty Pleasure Watches!

HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Black Ceramic Spring Drive GMT (ref. SBGC219)

Last year Grand Seiko released a new-look, sporty, modular, ceramic and titanium Spring Drive Chronograph. It was a bold change of pace for the usually buttoned-up brand, and I’ve got to say it both surprised and delighted me. Baselworld 2017 sees the return of this modular approach, in the form of the Black Ceramic Collection … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Black Ceramic Spring Drive GMT (ref. SBGC219) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

BASEL BUILDUP: 5 days to go. The appeal of the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGD001’s diamond dust is forever…

BASEL BUILDUP:  Seiko’s impact at Baselworld last year was measurable on the Richter scale. If it wasn’t the aftershocks of the Seiko Presage Chronograph 60th Anniversary Limited Edition it was watches like the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGD001. Hard model name to remember. Easy watch to be wooed by. The dial doesn’t quite sparkle in these pictures like it does … ContinuedThe post BASEL BUILDUP: 5 days to go. The appeal of the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGD001’s diamond dust is forever… appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 18 – The Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph SBGC017

“Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree…uhhhh, what are you doing on this Grand Seiko dial?” Seiko must have been in the Xmas spirit when the dial of this Grand Seiko was in development. Of course, the story goes that it’s actually a fir tree, which is celebrated in the Onbashira Festival that’s held in Suwa, near where … ContinuedThe post ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 18 – The Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph SBGC017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph Black Ceramic Edition

Full review of the Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph Black Ceramic Edition SBGC015 and SBGC017, with hands-on analysis, comparisons, specs and price.

Review: Grand Seiko SBGD001 Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve

Full review of the Grand Seiko SBGD001 Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve with analysis, comparisons, live high resolution photographs.

Baselworld 2016: Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve with pricing

Introducing the new Grand Seiko Spring Drive 8 Day Power Reserve. A time only watch that looks absolutely stunning with a new 8 day movement.

The Grand Seiko 55th Anniversary Spring Drive Chronograph Limited Edition

The Grand Seiko 55th Anniversary Spring Drive Chronograph Limited Edition

Grand Seiko Marinemaster Spring Drive

Another one in the series of Quickshots…the Seiko Marinemaster Spring Drive. Also another one I count as fascinating value for money catagory. Seiko is one of the under rated companies in the world of high horology. While the world fusses over the Swiss and Germans…quietly, our Japanese friends in Shiojiri have been creating amazingly beautifulRead More

Grand Seiko: Spring Drive SBGE001

Apologies for falling slightly behind on my postings. I was in Dresden for the final review of my book last week, and some blip with blogger.com caused the Friday post to disappear. But today, I go back one of my favourites…the Spring Drive… The bezel is in sapphire. Long before Rolex or anyone else startedRead More

A Closer Look: Grand Seiko “Ushio” Diver Spring Drive U.F.A.

First Look – The Gold Grand Seiko Spring Drive UFA SLGB006 Ice Forest at Dawn

Last year was a watershed moment for Grand Seiko with its announcement of the world’s “most accurate mainspring-driven movement”. Crafted in the Shinshu Watch Studio, the brand’s groundbreaking Calibre 9RB2 – with an annual deviation of only ±20 seconds – debuted in Evolution 9 cases. True to Japanese reverence for nature and Grand Seiko’s talent […]

In-Depth – The Grand Seiko Spring Drive UFA Ushio 300 Diver, GS’ Smallest and Most Accurate Dive Watch

While dive watches are fundamental to Seiko’s Prospex collection, the concept is slightly less natural for Grand Seiko. At first sight… Indeed, the higher-end brand of Seiko Corporation has been active in the field of purpose-built diving instruments since 2008, delivering impressive models, whether in terms of specs, looks or, unfortunately, size. One of the main complaints heard […]

Grand Seiko Debuts New 40mm Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Diver

The Japanese watchmaker unveiled its smallest dive watch at Watches & Wonders. Here's what you need to know.More

Revolution Awards 2025: Chronometric Advancement - Grand Seiko Spring Drive U.F.A.

The Revolutionary List: 24 Technically Brilliant Watches – Grand Seiko Spring Drive U.F.A.

The Revolutionary List: 30 Pioneering Watches – the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA001

A Closer Look: Grand Seiko’s Spring Drive U.F.A. Has The Most Accurate Spring Drive Movement Ever

First Look – The new Grand Seiko Spring Drive UFA SLGB001 & SLGB003 (With Finally a Micro-Adjustment Clasp)

When talking about vintage Grand Seiko watches, some references or acronyms have a lot of meaning. For instance, 44GS refers to one of the most important models ever, the watch that initiated the Grammar of Design and the shape of all subsequent creations. The acronym VFA also has its importance. Standing for Very Fine Adjusted […]

Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGZ003 Reviewed by Tim Mosso: High-Tech Mechanical Masterpieces offering Sensational Hand Finishing and Excellent Value

Tim Mosso thinks that on a qualitative and technical basis, the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 should be on the radars of open-minded collectors who value innovation and refinement in equal measure.

Introducing the Grand Seiko SLGA025 “Atera Blue” Spring Drive

First Look – The Autumn-Themed Grand Seiko Elegance Spring Drive SBGA499

This morning we’ve already introduced to you a Grand Seiko watch featuring a deep, rich red dial to evoke the arrival of autumn: the Elegance Karasawa SBGY035 Limited edition. Already a pleasant surprise from the Japanese watchmaker, this watch didn’t come alone and is accompanied by yet another red-toned watch. A sportier, more casual-oriented member […]