Grand Seiko SBGA407 Blue "Skyflake" Watch Review
The Grand Seiko Snowflake has been incredibly successful, and it is likely the darling of the collection for quite some time now. But there seems to be a new hero since 2019, and that is the Grand Seiko SBGA407 Snowflake. Since the success of the Snowflakes,Grand Seiko has been creating new variants on this theme, including the emergence of the Grand Seiko SBGA259, as an example. A brilliant variant of the initial SBGA211 Snowflake.
Grand Seiko SBGA407 Skyflake: Extremely sharp hour markers and hands
One of the things which attract people to the Grand Seiko is the finish of the hour markers and hands. Grand Seiko applies an unbelievable level of finishing to them. One can easily compare it to the watches of brands which are said to be in higher echelons. Even the photographers we have hired to take photographs of our wristwatches collections are always elated anytime they want to take the pictures of the Grand Seiko products in our collection. And this is because it produces photos of dials which have no rough surfaces or flaws. All of Grand Seiko watches incorporate the use of light and shadows.Nature is valued by the people of Japan and this appreciate is seen in their watches.
Grand Seiko SBGA407 Skyflake: Spring Drive 9R65
Right now, we want to talk some more about the experience you get when you wear one of the SBGA407 Grand Seiko Snowflake. An important role is played by the case. In the Snowflake, we will check out the Spring Drive caliber 9R65. It is similar to the movent that used in the Snowflake and other watches of Grant Seiko, which has Spring Drive movement. Similar to all other Spring Drive movements, the second hand has a seamless motion, and can sometimes remind you of the passing of time.The 9R95 mechanical watch makes use of IC (integrated circuit), which is an excellent technology for accuracy and dependability.Superb incorporation of technology and craftsmanship and mechanical engineering, without the need of you depending on a battery.
The SBGA407 on the wrist
One of the reasons one will opt for the SBGJ201 instead of the Snowflake is because of the use of Titanium. One other reason people will still opt for the SBGJ201 is the shape of its case; it is displayed similar to the classic style case of the Grand Seiko 44GS. The SBGA407 got its inspiration from those initial watches of Grand Seiko made in the 1960s. Well, it's a round case that has elegant and long lugs. It has a GS-signed crown for the correction of date and time, and to wind the spring manually. It has an indicator that is power reserved – similar to most Spring Drive Models –visible on the dial at eight o'clock. You need to try it out; you will definitely enjoy its feel on the wrist, as well as the feel when winding this incredibly smooth movement.
Wrap Up: Grand Seiko SBGA407 Skyflake Watch Review
One word we will use to describe this watch is simply "stunning," and the SBGA407 price is $5,800 USD, and this leaves a number of its competition thinking about what they are doing wrong. Watch enthusiasts and nerds like us will appreciate this elegance when we see it. In addition to that, it is packed with a Spring Drive movement.
