In Japanese culture, the seasons of the year are segmented into 24 ‘Sekki’ micro seasons, since ancient times these changes in the weather and nature have been incorporated into Japanese daily life. As the final days of spring come to an end and summer revitalises Japan, the seventh sekki of ‘Rikka’ turns the land a lush green. The dial of this Grand Seiko is inspired by the rippled green leaves in the summer winds of ‘Rikka.’ A refreshing new take on the SBGH271, this new version has been reimagined with a brighter green dial and sharp hands and indices in a silver colour. The design builds on the heritage of the 62GS – the first Grand Seiko with automatic winding – launched in 1967 and popular ever since, with its distinct aesthetic and recognisable case shape. Created in Ever-Brilliant Steel, this model has a mirrored and multi-sided case with a wide dial opening, achieved with a bezel-free construction and unique Grand Seiko Zaratsu polishing. Through its glass exhibition case back, the in-house 9S85 Hi-Beat movement is clearly visible, beating ten times per second to achieve an accuracy of 5/-3 seconds per day with a 55-hour power reserve. Every Grand Seiko features signature high standards of precision, durability and legibility, handcrafted in Japan by Takumi artisans.
