VERY RARE (30 pcs limited) Grand Seiko SBGH259 JDM Wako Japan 70th Memorial Anniversary Ltd edition

Parkbury's View:
Well, blimey!! This is one rare bird!  ONLY 30 pieces and a real JDM treat!  If you recall, GrandSeiko separated themselves from Seiko to become independent and available internationally.  Since then, it's become much harder to find JDM watches.  This one is a true gem of a timepiece and near impossible to find!

Dunn's Assessment:
A true blue treasure from Japan! What an extraordinary dress watch! For any serious GS collector, this is a dream come true.  Some very serious bragging rights on this one, I must say! 

Story behind the watch:
Grand Seiko produces some of the finest watches of Japan.  They settle for nothing less than the best, whether it's technical based upon the movement, or aesthetically.  This model is from 2017 and was made specifically for the GS Wako boutique, which sold out immediately.  The Grand Seiko SBGH259 is for the serious JDM collector; someone who understands precision; an enthusiast of fine horology; a true lover of exclusivity.

Specifications:

• 40mm Steel case (approx 13.4mm thick)
• Power reserve: 55 hours approx)
• Features: Midnight Blue dial / Berguet Numerals / Zaratsu finishing
• Caliber: Grand Seiko’s 9S85 Hi-Beat movement
• Automatic movement with accuracy of -3/+5 seconds a day (stricter than COSC).
• Comes with an additional Grand Seiko brand BROWN leather strap in addition to the GS blue strap.
• Condition: Never worn with box/booklets

Opinions of notable watch connoisseurs
So rare that we have not found one professional review. (*as of March 2021)