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Grand Seiko SBGA371 AJHH Limited Edition

Grand Seiko SBGA371 AJHH Limited Edition

£4,010.00 GBP
£4,010.00 GBP
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Model: Grand Seiko SBGA371 AJHH - Limited Edition

Year: 2018

Limited Edition: 500 Pieces

Features:

The Theme. Yasushi Akimoto describes time displayed on smart devices as “flavourless” and will find any excuse to gift a watch. As one of Japan’s most successful producers, he certainly has the means to indulge this habit, but for him, it’s not about the monetary value of the watch - Akimoto believes that by giving someone a watch, you are offering them a true understanding of time and its fleeting nature. You can choose to sit and watch the seconds tick away or use them to do something meaningful.

The Design. So when Grand Seiko asked Akimoto to design a watch for them, he chose to highlight the 9 o’clock hour marker in vermillion red. It’s often mistakenly reported that the red 9 serves to remind hard workers when their day should start and end (9am to 9pm). This plays into the salaryman stereotype in Japan, so you’ll find that explanation scattered across the internet, but the real reason is more nuanced.

The True Meaning. Akimoto sees 9am as the time you do your most important work. It’s fairly common for office workers in Japan to arrive at work at 8am, in order to spend time building up to their most important tasks. In a mirrored philosophy of the ideal morning, Akimoto thinks if you start drinking at 8pm, you should hit the sweet spot by 9pm! If you can learn to balance both nines, you’ll live a good life according to Akimoto.

The Availability. Interestingly, the coppery-pink hue that graces the dial has been promised to Akimoto as his colour. Grand Seiko has said they will never use it on another watch again. The exclusivity doesn’t stop there as the SBGA371 was released as a Limited Edition for the AJHH (Association Japon de la Haute Horlogerie), meaning it was only available in AJHH-affiliated stores. A colourway exclusive, sold as a store-exclusive, wrapped inside a country-exclusive.

Specifications: 

Condition: In great condition overall. Just serviced by Grand Seiko in Japan. No marks of any significance, apart from on the caseback. There are a handful of marks on the metal edge of the caseback. 

Scope: Full box and papers. 

Movement: 9R65 Spring Drive, 72 Hour Power Reserve, 30 Jewels

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 39.0mm
  • Lug to lug: 46.0mm
  • Case Thickness: 12.7mm
  • Lug Width: 19.0mm
  • Bracelet Length: Up to 7.5 inches
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FAQs

Do you ship globally?

Absolutely - our watches are regularly shipped all over the world. Shipping typically takes:

  • 4-9 business days to reach North America
  • 4-12 business days to reach Europe
  • 4-12 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.

All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.

Do I have to pay customs or taxes?

It depends on so many factors, including but not limited to; the cost of the watch, the type of watch you've bought (vintage, new, or modified), and the import and tax laws of your country. If you're unsure we recommend checking the import laws that relate to your country before ordering.

Are your watches water resistant?

All of our watch mods are tested by our own pressure depth testing equipment, and are guaranteed to resistant water up to 50m of depth. Seiko Originals have varied levels of depth resistance, which will be stated in the description of each watch.

Can I modify an existing design?

We welcome all ideas! Get in touch via the Contact Us page and we can let you know the possibility and cost of any potential alterations.

What is your returns policy?

Due to the hand-made nature of the Seiko Mods, we offer a 7 day returns period after the watch has been received. The returner must bear the cost of the returns, and the watch must be returned in the same condition as it arrived. We do not offer returns on any bespoke or custom-made watches.

Due to the vintage nature of the Seiko Originals, returns are considered on a case-by-case basis, as vintage items typically have a no returns policy.

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