Hi-Beat Seasons: Summer "Shosho" SBGJ249

The Summer “Shosho” – Southern Winds – Mechanical GMT This timepiece is from the Japanese Seasons collection – designs inspired by the twenty four ‘Sekki’ or seasons in Japan; since ancient times these changes in the weather and nature have been incorporated into Japanese daily life. The dial of this watch is inspired by early Summertime in Japan just after the rainy season when the refreshing southern wind breezily ripples on the sea and the lakes to mark the start of high summer. ‘The Nature of Time’ theme features prominently in Grand Seiko watch designs – a Japanese spirituality where each moment is a unique expression unveiled through light and shadow.

The watchmakers’ pride in their surroundings is clearly demonstrated – from engineering watch movements which emulate the smooth motion of time passing, to creating dials reflecting the beauty of Japanese nature. This model is powered by the 9S86 Mechanical movement; sophisticated watchmaking innovation through its precision controlling mainspring, the hairspring, and the escapement. Together the movement showcases the power and dynamism of the Mechanical Hi-Beat 36,000. Grand Seiko: beautifully, precise Japanese watchmaking, from the pinnacle of Seiko Watch Corporation’s in-house manufacture. Every Grand Seiko features signature high standards of Japanese precision, durability and legibility, handcrafted by Takumi artisans.

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Exterior
Case Material : Stainless steel
Glass Material : Box shaped sapphire crystal
Glass Coating : Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Case size : Diameter 39.5mm Lug-to-lug 46.9mm Thickness 14.1mm
The perimeter of Band : 185mm
Clasp type : Three-fold clasp with push button release

Movement
Calibre no. : 9S86 Instructions
Movement Type : Automatic with manual winding
Power reserve : Approx. 55 hours
Accuracy : +5 to -3 seconds per day (when static) / +8 to -1 seconds per day (normal usage accuracy)

Functions
Water resistance : Splash Resistant
Magnetic resistance : Equipped
Weight : 150.0 g

Other details / Features :
・24-hour hand (dual time display function)
・37 jewels
・Calendar-linked time difference adjustment function
・Case back with 6 screws
・Case back with lion emblem
・Date display
・See-through case back
・Stop seconds hand function