Grand Seiko 'Urban Bamboo' SBGJ259
A verdant bamboo garden path inspires the dynamic "Urban Bamboo" dial of SBGJ259. It features a dramatic striated pattern that oscillates between different tones of green, evoking the vertical lines and organic coloration of the bamboo garden path.
Powering the watch is the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S86, which runs at 36,000 bph, delivers an accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds a day, and offers 55 hours of power reserve. A GMT function allows the user to track an additional time zone, making SBGJ259 an excellent timepiece for frequent travelers.
SBGJ259 is a U.S. Special Edition.
Information:
Pre-Owned: Grand Seiko SBGJ259
Reference: SBGJ259
MSRP: $6800
Dated: 2023
Strap: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Case Size: 40mm x 14mm Thickness x 46.2mm Lug to Lug
Lug Width: 19mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: 9S86 - Automatic
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, GMT, and Date
Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Condition: Excellent Pre-owned condition
Case has little to no wear. Bracelet has light normal wear with nothing notable. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.
About Grand Seiko
Grand Seiko emerged in 1960 as a high-end watch line from Seiko, aiming to challenge Swiss dominance in luxury watchmaking. The brand quickly established itself with Japan's first chronometer-grade watch and later gained renown for its innovative Spring Drive technology, which combines the best of automatic and quartz movements. In 2017, Grand Seiko became an independent entity, solidifying its position in the luxury watch market.
The brand's design philosophy, known as the "Grammar of Design," was established in 1967 with the Grand Seiko 44GS. This aesthetic approach emphasizes legibility, refined appearances, and distinctive features like multi-faceted markers and hands, a half-recessed crown, and the meticulous Zaratsu polishing technique. Grand Seiko continues to push boundaries in watchmaking, as evidenced by recent innovations like the "Kodo Constant-Force Tourbillon," while maintaining its commitment to precision engineering and unique design language.
