Grand Seiko’s 9F86 Quartz doesn’t mess around when it comes to accurate timekeeping.
Model: SBGN013 Grand Seiko Heritage, 9F86-0AF0
Year: February 2020
Features:
The Movement. The 9F86 is accurate to +/- 10 seconds per year, thanks to its thermo-compensation. It checks the ambient temperature around the watch 540 times per day to ensure the movement can adjust and regulate itself.
The Seal. Upon opening the case back you might notice the movement itself is sealed away, safe from prying eyes (and fingers), leaving only the battery easily accessible. Not only does this drastically reduce the chance of your watch being damaged during a battery change, but it also means the lubricants in your watch movement are less likely to dry out as they are inside Grand Seiko's "Super Sealed Cabin". This should elongate the time between services.
The Perfect Tick. Seiko set out to solve a problem that very few people even know exists; the backlash that happens after every tick of a quartz watch. A quartz second hand jerks forward so suddenly and violently that its momentum carries forward even after the second hand reaches its destination, resulting in a little wobble. Thanks to the Grand Seiko's "Backlash Auto-Adjust" mechanism found in the SBGN013, the wobble is a thing of the past and now all you're left with is the "perfect tick".
The GMT. Unlike most GMT complications, the second hand doesn't stop ticking when you adjust the GMT hand. As seconds are universal and not affected by time zones, why hamper this watch's incredible accuracy whenever you want to adjust your GMT hand?
The Finish. Zaratsu polishing everywhere. It's a Grand Seiko, so of course everything will be mirror finished to perfection.
Condition: In very good condition overall. It's a hyper-polished watch, so there are hairlines on the bezel and case, but nothing concerning or deep. The dial, hands, and crystal are all in great condition.
All of our watches are inspected and verified for authenticity - both inside and out. We have over 15 years of sourcing and collecting rare watches in Japan, which is often considered to be one of the best markets for authentic and fully original vintage watches.
Do you ship globally?
We are based in Japan and regularly ship all over the world. We typically use FedEx and it takes:
3-7 business days to reach North America
3-7 business days to reach Europe
3-7 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.
All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.
What condition are your watches?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of the watches we typically sell, the condition varies from watch to watch. However, our photos are high resolution and our descriptions are accurate. You can buy with confidence knowing there won't be any nasty surprises.
If the condition of a watch is ever misrepresented, we would offer a full refund.
Are all of your watches serviced?
Most but not all of our watches are serviced. The "Condition" section of each watch will confirm if the watch has been serviced.
All of our watches are tested by an independent watchmaker - if a service is needed, the watch will be serviced. If a service hasn't been conducted, it's because the watch itself is too new to need a service, or there is evidence of a recent service.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payment by all major Credit Cards and Wise.com
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 or new), and the import 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?
Our serviced watches are typically tested to their original water resistant specifications, but we would never recommend pushing vintage or neo-vintage watches to their depth limits.
What is your returns policy?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of most of our watches, we do not offer returns under normal circumstances. All sales should be considered final.
