[First half of 2024] Commit Ginza Top 5 Websites with the Most Access - [Grand Seiko] Edition

Nowadays, purchasing products online has become commonplace. Luxury watches are no exception. At our store, many customers search for information published on our website (hereafter referred to as HP) before coming to the store, and many customers purchase directly online. In fact, products with a high number of hits are almost always sold immediately. For this reason, the number of HP hits is an important indicator for measuring the attention and popularity of a product in the market.

Therefore, we would like to introduce the top 5 most accessed products for the past six months by brand in multiple posts. We hope that you will pay attention to this ranking and use it as an insight to identify models with high actual demand.

This time, we will be focusing on and introducing models from Grand Seiko, one of the historic luxury watch brands! Please enjoy until the end.

5th place

"Evolution 9 Birch" "Ref.SLGH005"

Coming in fifth place is the "Heritage Collection Birch" Ref. SLGH005, which features a dial that expresses the strength of birch.

The birch dial is in the same silver color as the stainless steel case and bracelet, giving it an elegant look without being too bold, making it easy to use both on and off the job. The movement "Cal.9SA5" boasts a power reserve of approximately 80 hours despite its high beat of 36,000 vibrations per hour, and its unique horizontal train structure makes the case slim, giving it a smart finish and making it very comfortable to wear. In addition to its beautiful design, this watch is also highly functional and practical.

4th place

Elegance Collection Grand Seiko 60th Anniversary Model "Ref.SBGW263"

In fourth place is the " Elegance Collection Grand Seiko 60th Anniversary Model " " Ref. SBGW263 ," which was released in July 2020 as a boutique exclusive and is limited to 20 pieces worldwide .

The delicately engraved dial was carved by Kiyoshi Terui, a master craftsman of the modern era, and expresses the "scene of a drop of water falling and hitting a stone." The watch is made of three separate pieces of 18KWG (white gold), and the patterns engraved on the hour and minute hands represent dripping water, while the index represents water splashing on a stone. The movement is equipped with the Cal.9S64, which has a power reserve of approximately 72 hours, and its performance is just as impressive as its gorgeous design. It is truly a masterpiece that can be called a work of art.

3rd place

Elegance Collection Seiko 140th Anniversary Limited Edition "Ref.SBGW260"

Coming in third place is the "Elegance Collection Seiko 140th Anniversary Limited Model" "Ref. SBGW260," which was produced in a limited run of 350 pieces to commemorate the 140th anniversary of Seiko's founding.

This model, which was released as a reprint of the first Grand Seiko, uses 18KPG (pink gold) for the indexes and case, and has a embossed "Grand Seiko" logo at the 12 o'clock position, which is different from the "GS" of the general model. Other markings are also reminiscent of the models at that time. The movement is equipped with the hand-wound "Cal. 9S64", and the "rounded corner S mark" that was used as a trademark when Kintaro Hattori founded Seikosha can be seen on the back cover. This is a watch that is worthy of celebrating the anniversary, with respect for the first model and Grand Seiko's attention to detail visible in every corner.

2nd place

Disney 100 Limited Edition "Ref.SLGH025"

In second place is the “Disney 100 Limited Edition” (Ref. SLGH025), a limited edition model of 100 pieces that was released to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Disney’s founding and was only available at the Grand Seiko Boutique Online.

This watch was created based on the "Ref.SLGH011," and its biggest feature is the illustration of Mickey engraved on the case back. At first glance, you might think that the design is no different from the "Ref.SLGH011," but the back of the case features Mickey Mouse, with his back turned to reveal his profile, perhaps embodying the so-called "hidden Mickey." Of course, the watch's original design and functionality are impeccable. This is a special watch that combines the delicate finish that is unique to Grand Seiko with the special feeling of a "Disney collaboration."

1st place

Disney 100 Limited Edition "Ref.SLGH023"

Taking the honorable first place is the “Disney 100 Limited Edition” “Ref. SLGH023,” a limited edition model of 100 pieces that was released to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Disney’s founding and was only available at the Grand Seiko Flagship Boutique Ginza.

This watch, which was released at the same time as the Ref.SLGH025, which ranked second, features Mickey Mouse on the back cover of the Ref.SLGH005, the representative model of the Evolution 9 Collection, designed with the image of a birch forest. Another point is that this Mickey Mouse is facing forward, making the design different. By the way, the Ref.SLGH005, which is the basis of the design, is a watch that has been recognized worldwide, having been selected from over 7,900 products from 60 countries around the world to win the highest award at the Red Dot Design Award in 2022. It will be exciting to see how this watch will be evaluated in the secondary market due to the synergistic effect of this beauty and the Disney collaboration.

summary

What did you think?

Grand Seiko, a brand that Japan is proud of around the world, is known for its many watches with beautiful dials that have been created with a unique stance. The models that made the list this time are also attractive, with designs unlike any other. Not only are they very popular in Japan, but they are also attracting a lot of attention from around the world, so the day may soon come when they are "almost gone from the market...". If you've been interested, we recommend that you start looking for one as soon as possible.

In any case, the best way to see a luxury watch is to see it in person. If you are in the area, please stop by Commit Ginza.

We hope that this article will be helpful for your buying and selling. Please look forward to the next access ranking!