New watch alert: Grand Seiko x Watches of Switzerland 'Tōgè' SBGM241

Grand Seiko's special edition for storied transatlantic retailer Watces of Switzerland treads lightly in the SBGM221's shoes, but distinguishes itself with the addition of the arresting tōgè green dial - a colour with significance in both British and Japanese culture Regardless, whenever a new Grand Seiko collab is announced, I tend to sit up and pay closer attention - this May being no exception In concert with Watches of Switzerland, Grand Seiko has just unveiled the new SBGM241 'Tōgè'.

Assuming you're conversant in Seiko-nese, each model's reference number is helpful in understanding its origin In matters of design and technicality, the SBGM241 is highly similar: sharing the previous reference's 39.5mm x 13.7mm case; 9S66 movement; and thoughtful deployment of Grand Seiko's Zaratsu polishing For this iteration of its signature 'Mt.

Iwate' dial - so called because it evokes the eponymous mountain's ridged peaks, visible from Shizukuishi - Grand Seiko decided to tackle British racing green, or rather, a Japanophile's version of it The Tōgè green's impossible depth and colour serves to strengthen the impact of the other elements of the dial, and there's just something indefinably satisfying about Grand Seiko's choice to pair this colour with the dressier GMT layout used throughout the 'Elegance' collection The Grand Seiko x Watches of Switzerland 'Tōgè' SBGM241 special edition is scheduled for delivery in July, priced at US$5,200. Source