Introduction
With a slew of sports models dominating the watch community’s impression of Grand Seiko, it is timepieces like the SBGA413 that speak to the Japanese watchmaker's original inspiration. Founded with deep tradition in Japanese excellence, Grand Seiko was set up to challenge the dominance of Swiss watchmakers. Existing as a testament to that very ethos, the SBGA413 exudes luxury, fine-finishing, and contemporary design in ways competing timepieces just can’t quite duplicate. Released in 2019, the SBGA413 is a part of the Grand Seiko Heritage collection and features a contemporary case design inspired by the original 44GS case design from 1967. Taking its inspiration to another level, the SBGA413 also resides within Grand Seiko’s ‘Seasons’ collection, as it draws its inspiration from the Vernal Equinox Day, or “Shunbun” as it is known in Japan. This is the day that Winter turns into Spring, and as such, the SBGA413’s dial features a heavily textured cherry blossom pink dial that takes inspiration from the pattern that fallen sakura blossom leaves make in water as they drift across the surface.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers, Hang Tags, Spare Links
Est. value range
$3,000 – $5,000
The Details
Brand
Grand Seiko
Dimensions
40mm
Model
Heritage Collection "Shunbun: The Vernal Equinox"
Movement
Spring drive cal. 9R65
Reference
SBGA413
Bracelet
Titanium bracelet
Year
2021
Condition
Near mint
Material
Titanium
Included
Watch, box, and papers
Dial Color
Pink
THE DIAL
Inspired by the pattern sakura blossoms create as they fall and move across water, the SGBA413's pink dial is a stunning celebration of a Japanese national holiday, the Vernal Equinox - the end of Winter and the beginning of Spring.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Made of titanium and featuring Grand Seiko's signature 44GS case design, the SBGA413 will certainly be a familiar presence on the wrist of any Grand Seiko enthusiast thanks to its iconic design.
THE MOVEMENT
Powered by Seiko's Spring drive cal. 9R65 movement, the SBGA413 combines the convenience of mechanical self-winding with the accuracy of quartz technology.
Condition
The watch is in near-mint condition. The titanium case shows a few signs of very careful wear and remains near-mint. The dial and hands are like new. The titanium bracelet has a couple of light marks. It has 13 links, 4 of which are removable, with 3 additional links included, and fits an approximately 7¼” wrist as currently sized. The watch is accompanied by its inner and outer boxes, warranty, booklet, cloth, and hangtag.
Our Perspective
A beautiful physical manifestation of Grand Seiko's rich Japanese-inspired aesthetic and overarching aura, the SGBA413 combines stunning dial work with incredible horological prowess in ways that few brands can produce like Grand Seiko.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
