Spring Drive

Seiko Unveils Hand-Engraved Platinum Masterpiece at Watches and Wonders

Grand Seiko’s latest addition to its Masterpiece Collection, the SBGZ009, embodies its finest craftsmanship. Inspired by a snow-covered birch forest, the limited edition of 50 pieces from the Micro Artist Studio features a fully engraved 950 platinum case. Each model is individually crafted and manually engraved with grooves that reflect the pattern of a birch...

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Apr 12, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Sponsored: CODE41 Unveils Latest NB24 with the Impressive Stratom Case

CODE41 has unveiled its latest iteration of the NB24, a chronograph watch that has become a legendary part of the brand’s history. This third edition of the NB24 brings with it not only a captivating new color, but also introduces a fresh case design known as the Stratom. The NB24 – A Growing Legacy The...

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Sep 20, 2023 by WatchTime

Meet the Tokyo Lion: Grand Seiko Reveals Spring Drive Chronograph GMT

In 2019, Grand Seiko introduced a new sports watch design inspired by the lion, which has been a symbol for the technical prowess of the brand since its introduction in 1960. Now the Japanese luxury brands adds a new member to the collection, the Spring Drive Chronograph GMT. With its sharp, angular edges and bold...

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Mar 2, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

Meet the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive 5 Days Lake Suwa Before Dawn SLGA021G

Grand Seiko is known for taking inspiration from the beautiful nature surrounding its production sites in Japan. The latest example is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive 5 Days Lake Suwa Before Dawn SLGA021G whose dials reflects the color and the pattern of the waves on Lake Suwa near the Shinshu Watch Studio in...

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Feb 10, 2023 by Sabine Zwettler

WatchTime New York 2023 Tickets on Sale Now

Following what was one of WatchTime New York’s biggest shows to-date in 2022, the esteemed collector’s event returns to Manhattan once again this year from October 20th to 22nd. WatchTime New York 2023 will bring together many of the world’s most impressive watchmakers and timepieces alongside countless enthusiasts, collectors, and industry experts. The multi-day event...

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Jun 16, 2023 by WatchTime

Grand Seiko Adds a Spring-Drive Timepiece to the Heritage Collection

When it comes to its Heritage collection, Grand Seiko often uses inspirations from Mother Nature and the landscape surrounding its production sites to create artistic dials. The new SBGY011‘s filigree surface pattern against a white background echoes the short moment, Asaborake in Japanese, when a new day breaks through the mountains of Shinshu, where all Spring...

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Nov 23, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

The Celebration Continues: Grand Seiko Releases Spring Drive Powered 44GS 55th Anniversary LE ref. SBGY009

The celebrations at Grand Seiko continue this week, with the esteemed Japanese watchmaker releasing its latest of celebratory pieces marking the 55th anniversary of the original 44GS design. The new watch, dubbed the 44GS 55th Anniversary Limited Edition ref. SBGY009, joins the brand’s historically influenced Heritage Collection, with it taking direct influence from the original...

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Aug 19, 2022 by Caleb Anderson

Grand Seiko Introduces Sporty Evolution 9 Spring Drive Collection at Watches & Wonders

Grand Seiko showcases the new Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive Collection at this year’s Watches & Wonders, now planned to hit the stores in August. The quintet in high-intensity titanium cases comprises of two GMT models, two GMT chronographs and one diver’s watch. While the famous Grand Seiko style is clearly evident, the line-up is...

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Apr 4, 2022 by Sabine Zwettler

Showing at WatchTime Live 2020: Grand Seiko Soko U.S. Special Editions

Inspired by the end of Autumn, Japanese watchmaker Grand Seiko has introduced two new special edition timepieces to its Heritage Collection.

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Oct 19, 2020 by Corey Vlahos