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GRAND SEIKO Elegance Ivoire
GRAND SEIKO

Elegance

Reference — 2 variants
Ivoire dial
SBGW301
Size
40mm
Movement
Automatic
Water res.
30m
Caliber
9S64
Reserve
72 heures
~$5,616
Description

A refined timepiece defined by a softly hued dial and clean design language, suitable for any formal occasion. Its understated elegance brings a touch of sophistication to your wrist.

Specifications
ref. SBGW301
Case
MaterialSteel
Diameter40mm
Water resistance30m
BezelSmooth
Case backFond maintenu par des vis
DialIvory
Movement
TypeMécanique à remontage manuel Manufacture
Caliber9S64
Power reserve72 heures
Strap & Bracelet
MaterialLeather
BuckleArdillon
Author POV

Hand-wound isn't a movement type I'd default to for a daily-wear steel watch, but the Elegance line is built around exactly that kind of deliberate engagement — an ivory dial, a leather strap, a case that asks you to wind it each morning rather than rely on wrist motion. At 40mm it wears larger than the diameter suggests thanks to the case's flatter profile, and 30m of water resistance confirms this isn't meant for anything beyond daily life. On my proportions axis it sits comfortably in the versatile-dress-watch band, and the manual caliber's finishing is a clear step above what I'd expect at this price.

All references
2 variants