Pre-Owned Grand Seiko Watches
Grand Seiko Watches
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Grand Seiko, whose first watches emerged in the early 1960s, was once part of the much older Seiko company before becoming a fully independent brand in 2017. It’s renowned for its unique artistry and attention to detail, from its intricate movements to its flawless finishing and clean-edged geometric case designs.
Each Grand Seiko watch is handcrafted by skilled artisans in Japan, ensuring exceptional quality and precision. With its commitment to excellence, it has earned a reputation for creating timepieces that are not only aesthetically stunning but also highly accurate and reliable.
What truly sets Grand Seiko apart is the Japanese craftsmanship that is deeply ingrained in the brand's DNA. For decades, Grand Seiko has been honing its skills and techniques to create watches that are not only functional but also works of art. For example, the brand is especially famous for its use of “Zaratsu” polishing—a process that takes years of training to perfect, and delivers a flat, smooth, mirror-like surface. It’s become something of a Grand Seiko trademark.
Over the years, Grand Seiko has continuously evolved its watchmaking techniques to push the boundaries of innovation. From the use of advanced materials to the development of new movements, Grand Seiko constantly seeks to improve its timepieces.
In recent years it has been praised for its cutting-edge hybrid Spring Drive movement. Combining a traditional mainspring with an electronic regulator, this offers unparalleled precision and accuracy, which isn’t surprising given that it was twenty years in the making and went through 600 prototypes. It is now the brand’s most advanced movement family.
Grand Seiko also produces the purely mechanical Hi-Beat movement which rivals Zenith’s El Primero by running at an impressive 36,000 vibrations per hour (vph), the faster rate offering greater precision than, say, the 28,800 vph found in a Rolex.
In terms of collections, Grand Seiko covers all bases with its three main series: Heritage, Sport and Elegance.
The Heritage Collection, where timeless designs and traditional craftsmanship come together, pays homage to the rich history of Grand Seiko, featuring designs inspired by iconic vintage models. Each timepiece is methodically crafted with incredible attention to detail.
Or you could delve into the brand’s dive watches with the Grand Seiko Sport Collection, designed for wearing both above and below the water. Boasting a water resistance up to 200 meters, these timepieces are built to withstand the rigours of aquatic activity. Featuring robust cases, luminescent dials, and unidirectional rotating bezels, the Sport Collection combines functionality with style, making it the perfect companion for a beach holiday or outdoor adventure.
Meanwhile the Elegance collection consists of dressier models with exquisitely patterned dials and minimal functions, resulting in a cleaner, simpler aesthetic.
We offer a wide range of pre-owned Grand Seiko models that showcase the brand's commitment to excellence and innovation. Whether you’re a seasoned watch collector or a first-time buyer, we’ll undoubtedly have a Grand Seiko watch in our extensive selection that will suit your taste.
