Grand Seiko Elegance Collection SBGY033

Grand Seiko Elegance Collection SBGY033 Wako 2023 Autumn Night Limited Edition

Released in 2023 as a limited edition variant within Grand Seiko’s Elegance Collection, the SBGY033 is one of the iconic Japanese watchmaker’s finest hand-wound time-only Spring Drive timepieces. Offered as a limited edition of just 50 pieces, the SBGY033 is only available from Wako, the famed Japanese department store whose flagship Ginza location holds the Seiko House Ginza. Inspired by Seiko House under the light of an autumn night, the SBGY033 features a glossy black dial with an engraved sunburst pattern that radiates out from the center of the display, incredibly well-executed dauphine hands and applied indices, showcasing Grand Seiko’s impressive level of craftsmanship. Powered by the impeccably finished manual-wind Spring Drive cal. 9R31, which features a power reserve indicator on its baseplate, the SBGY033 is a relative rarity within Grand Seiko’s offerings as the brand normally focuses on automatic Spring Drive movements. This decision allows the SGBY033’s 10.2mm tall 38.5mm stainless steel case to wear with a relative elegance and dressiness that Grand Seiko’s typical offerings do not possess. An elegant piece on the wrist that beautifully balances understated elegance and an intriguing design language with second-to-none Japanese horological engineering, the SBGY033 is a timepiece that deserves the Grand Seiko name printed on its display. Brand : Grand Seiko Dimensions : 38.5mm x 10.2mm Model : Elegance Collection Wako 2023 Autumn Night Limited Edition Movement : Manual-wind Spring Drive cal. 9R31 Reference : SBGY033 Bracelet : Leather strap Year : 2023 Condition : Near mint Material : Stainless steel Included : Watch, box, papers, and additional leather strap Dial Color : Black THE DIAL Featuring a monochromatic glossy black dial, the SBGY033 sports an engraved sunburst pattern that works to highlight the relative simplicity of its undisturbed time-only display. THE CONSTRUCTION A watch for all occasions, the SBGY033 exudes a restrained elegance that Grand Seiko's dressier timepieces are known for and results from its Zaratsu polished surfaces, and clean swooping lines. THE MOVEMENT Powered by the impeccably finished manual-wind Spring Drive cal. 9R31, the SBGY033 is a sight to behold under its exhibition caseback with its accurately counter-sunk blued screws and jewels dotting its immaculate baseplate, which even houses a power reserve indicator.