Grand Seiko Spring Drive GMT 'Blizzard' Limited Edition For Timeless

There’s no doubt that Grand Seiko is responsible for some of the most highly lauded contemporary watches in the world. With their stunning craftsmanship, in-house movement technology, creative sense of aesthetics, and eye for detail, the high-end spinoff of Japanese powerhouse Seiko is keeping the Swiss on their toes. Whether it’s a simple, time-only dress watch, a complicated GMT, or a constant-force tourbillon, Grand Seiko’s wares are some of the finest in any class. This particular model, an SBGE249G from the 2020s, is a special edition for Timeless Luxury Watches — now part of the Watches of Switzerland Group. Housed in a 41mm stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal, a signed crown, and a polished bezel, it features a satin silver 'hammered' finish dial with a white, 24-hour graduated rehaut with applied indices, a matching dauphine handset, a power reserve indicator positioned in the lower left dial quadrant, and a framed date window at 3 o’clock. In outstanding condition throughout and powered by Grand Seiko’s innovative Calibre 9R66 Spring Drive movement, it comes fitted to a stainless steel multi-link bracelet with a signed push-button deployant clasp and ships with all of its factory goodies. With one look at this stunning dial, it’s easy to see where the ‘Blizzard’ moniker comes from. Pair that with a Spring Drive movement, a beautifully designed case numbered 144 out of 250 pieces, and you’ve got yourself one heck of a GMT watch. Don’t let this one get away!