The high-level Japanese watchmakers at Grand Seiko have been producing incredible pieces since the 1960s and their craftsmanship is secondary to none. A quality level that’s unmatched, the atelier produces some of the best finished watches with impressive technology at prices that surprise any kind of customer.
Their latest creation comes with Grand Seiko ‘Oruri’ SBGW279, a time-only watch with a mesmerizing blue dial and a beautifully finished hand-wound movement. The steel case measures at 37mm with a mild thickness of about 11mm, making the elegant piece very wearable. An outstanding movement, the 9S64 offers more than 72 hours of power reserve while maintaining an impressive +5/-3 seconds per day accuracy.
A very handsome watch indeed, Grand Seiko does a great job in executing colorful dials, wearable cases and phenomenal quality of finishing and usage. Priced around $5,800 in the U.S, the ‘Oruri’ SBGW279 offers a lot of character for its price point.