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Grand Seiko “Sunrise” Snowflake SBGA473

Grand Seiko “Sunrise” Snowflake SBGA473

£5,100.00 GBP
£5,100.00 GBP
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Model: Grand Seiko “Sunrise” Snowflake SBGA473 / 9R65-0CB0 Spring Drive

Year: 2022

Limited Edition: 73

Features:

The Occasion. There are several “snowflake” Grand Seikos, but the SBGA473 is certainly one of the rarest. Only 73 were made, and they were sold exclusively through the Sogo & Seibu Department Stores in Japan. I barely see them for sale in Japan, so I have to assume they might as well be ghosts in the West.

The Design. Its design language echoes the familiar SBGA211 - a snowflake dial, punchy zaratsu indices, archetypal dauphine hands, and an exhibition caseback that reveals a beautifully presented 9R65 Spring Drive. But the accents here change everything. The rose gold markers and splashes of red are said to represent a sunrise over the Japanese Alps. While photographing the dial in macro, I noticed that when the light struck the oversized markers and hands just right, they cast a orange glow across the dial - which creates an unmistakable sunrise over snow look. 

The Finish. Are you willing to join me in accepting that dauphine hands are merely an opportunity for Grand Seiko to show off? Take a moment to admire not only how perfectly mirrored the top of the minute hand is, but also how impossibly crisp the angles are - made even more special when you know it’s all achieved through hand-lathing and hand-polishing.

The Case. A stunning mix of polished and brushed surfaces which perfectly compliments the bracelet's finish. It features the classic profile of a modern Grand Seiko.

Specifications:

Condition: In great condition overall. No major markings of any major significance. Original bracelet. 

Scope: Full box and papers

Movement: Grand Seiko 9R65 Spring Drive

Dimensions:

  • Case Width: 40.0mm
  • Lug to Lug: 48.1mm
  • Case Thickness: 12.7mm
  • Lug Width: 20mm
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