The Grand Seiko SBGH349G embodies the brand’s philosophy of “The Nature of Time,” drawing inspiration from the frozen beauty of Mount Iwate in winter. Its 40 mm high-intensity titanium case—30% lighter than stainless steel yet exceptionally durable—frames a mesmerizing ice-blue dial patterned to evoke the texture of an Iwate icefall, where cascading water solidifies into a frozen sculpture under subzero air. Each dial is finished with extraordinary precision, capturing both the serenity and power of Japan’s northern landscapes.

At its heart beats the Hi-Beat Calibre 9S85, an automatic movement oscillating at 36,000 vibrations per hour, ensuring remarkable accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds per day and a 55-hour power reserve. This mechanical marvel is visible through the sapphire see-through caseback, showcasing Grand Seiko’s impeccable hand-finishing. The watch is completed with a titanium bracelet and a three-fold clasp with push-button release, balancing elegance, comfort, and resilience.

Key Features:

Brand: Grand Seiko
Model: Heritage Hi-Beat 36000 “Ice Blue”
Reference Number: SBGH349G (9S85-02E0)
Movement: Automatic Hi-Beat Calibre 9S85, 37 jewels, 55-hour power reserve
Accuracy: +5 to -3 seconds per day (mean daily rate)
Case Material: High-intensity titanium
Case Size: 40.0 mm diameter × 13.0 mm thickness × 46.6 mm lug-to-lug
Band Width: 20 mm
Dial: Ice-blue textured dial inspired by frozen waterfalls of Mount Iwate
Crystal: Dual-curved sapphire with anti-reflective coating on the inner surface
Caseback: Sapphire see-through with screw-down construction
Bracelet: High-intensity titanium
Clasp: Three-fold clasp with push-button release
Crown: Screw-down crown
Water Resistance: 100 m / 10 bar
Magnetic Resistance: 4,800 A/m
Weight: Approx. 104 g
Condition: Pre-owned, excellent

A perfect synthesis of natural inspiration and mechanical mastery, the Grand Seiko SBGH349G showcases the precision of Japanese engineering and the poetic artistry of its dial. Lightweight, resilient, and visually captivating, it stands as a celebration of both the craft of time and the beauty of nature frozen in motion.