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The dial has a deep blue color that captures the alluring beauty of the full moon in the night sky above the Shinshu mountains that can be seen from the studio in Shinshu where all Grand Seiko Spring Drive watches are created. The sunray pattern on the dial catches the light at every angle and recreates the gentle sparkle that the moon casts over the landscape from its highest point in the sky.

In this new watch, the seconds hand is gold. Sweeping silently across the wide dial, it captures the grandeur of the night sky, bringing the wearer closer than ever to the serene and eternal nature of the passage of time. The minute and seconds hands are shaped by hand so that they curve gently down towards the minute track at the edge of the dial, enhancing the legibility of the exact time. The watch is presented on a dark blue strap that harmonizes perfectly with the rich tone of the dial.

This new creation is powered by the manual-winding Spring Drive Caliber 9R31. This movement incorporates an innovative Dual-Spring Barrel that contains two mainsprings set in parallel and so delivers a power reserve of 72 hours. The thinness of this movement, the slim construction of the case and the box-shaped sapphire crystal all combine to create a slim and classical design that captures the spirit of the original 44GS, while also achieving a low center of gravity that provides excellent comfort on the wrist.

The watch is offered as an edition of 1,500. This new addition to the Heritage Collection will be available in August at the Grand Seiko Boutiques and selected retail partners worldwide.

Grand Seiko Heritage Collection, 44GS 55th Anniversary SBGY009

Movement

Spring Drive Caliber 9R31
Driving system: manual-winding
Power reserve: 72 hours
Accuracy: ± 1 second per day (± 15 seconds per month)
Dual-Spring Barrel
Power reserve indicator
Number of jewels: 30

Specifications
Stainless steel case
Crocodile strap with three-fold clasp and push-button release
Box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back
Water resistance: 10 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Diameter: 40.0mm, Thickness: 10.5mm
Limited edition of 1,500
Approximate  retail price in Europe: €8,200

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