Grand Seiko’s new model Heritage Hi-Beat SLGH005 or “White Birch” has new features with a dial inspired by nature.
Last year, when Grand Seiko celebrated its 60th anniversary, presented its new generation hi-beat mechanical movement (36,000 per hour) Caliber 9SA5 to its enthusiasts. Despite all the negativities of last year because of Covid-19, another important point in the history of Grand Seiko was opening of a new Schizukui Studio of 1,975 square meters in addition to the SII (Seiko Instruments Inc.) facilities in Morioka, located on the slopes of Mount Iwate in Northeast Japan. Kengo Kuma is the architect of the wooden structure which draws attention with its roof overlooking Mount Iwate. (He is also important for us because he is architect of Odunpazarı Modern Art Museum in Eskişehir.)
Grand Seiko introduced new Heritage Hi-Beat SLGH005 or “Shirakaba” after almost a year introducing of the caliber 9SA5, which was seen only in two limited edition models produced to anniversary of brand last year, a stainless steel watch with a new caliber. Many fans of brand were waiting for this watch as a contribute to permanent collection.
New SLGH005 is 40 mm in diameter and its thickness is 11.7 mm. Watch will be available on March, and “automatic” phrase has also been removed in this new model.
