Description
About Grand Seiko STGF389
Grand Seiko Ladies Cherry Blossom “Spring Breeze” Heritage Collection
An elegant 26mm quartz watch joins the cherry-blossom-inspired 62GS range
A new model inspired by the “wind in the spring sunshine” joins the 62GS lineup, evoking a gentle breeze that dazzles the senses when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. The 62GS launched in 1967 with Grand Seiko’s first automatic movement and went on to become one of the brand’s most beloved designs. This new model reinterprets the original 62GS, introducing a dial that expresses the unique seasonal changes of Japan. The dial transports the wearer to a spring day in Japan, when a pleasant breeze causes cherry blossoms to shimmer in the warm sunshine. The bezel-free construction grants the dial an expansive appearance, with the Zaratsu polishing technique creating a striking, multifaceted case design. The movement is the quartz Caliber 4J51, which achieves an accuracy of ±10 seconds per year.
Grand Seiko STGF389 Features
Dial that evokes a gentle and lively breeze in spring
Spring is a season that shines with brilliance and vitality, in which living things are invigorated by the warm rays of the sun. During this time of vigorous energy, the “wind in the spring sunshine” represents the wind and the sun working together to create a shimmering effect. The pale-blue patterned dial represents the time of year when the harshness of winter recedes and our feelings become lighter, brighter, and more forward-looking. Diamonds are arranged symmetrically on the dial, achieving a harmony of aesthetic beauty and legibility. This contributes to the brilliant and pleasant dial design. Despite the case’s small size, its design ensures the dial’s legibility. Its 26-mm diameter allows this watch to blend easily with any ensemble, making this quartz model both beautiful and functional.
- Dial with diamond(s)
- Screw case back
- Pull out crown
Grand Seiko STGF389 History
Prior to 1960, to challenge the status of Swiss watches and change the perception of Japanese watches, Daini Seikosha and Suwa began the discussion of a product line that can match the quality of Swiss watches under the suggestion of the parent company. At the time, Suwa Seikosha Co. was in charge of manufacturing men’s watches, so it was decided that Suwa would be producing the first Grand Seiko (GS).
The first Grand Seiko was released in 1960, it was based on Seiko’s previous high-end watch, CROWN. This Grand Seiko has a 25-jewel, manual-winding, 3180 caliber, and only 36,000 units were produced. This was also the first chronometer-grade watch manufactured in Japan, and it was based on Seiko’s own chronometer standard.
Design style
The design language of the Grand Seiko was set in 1967, with the creation of Grand Seiko 44GS. The 44GS set the ground for all future Grand Seiko with nine elements. These elements help improve the legibility of the watch under different situations, and create a sharp, crisp visual impression:
- Double width index at 12 o’clock
- Multi-faceted rectangular markers
- Highly polished bezel
- Highly polished planes and two-dimensional surface
- Half recessed crown
- Flat dial
- Multi-faceted hour and minute hands
- Curved side line
- Reverse slanted bezel wall and case side
- Dress style with simple but beautiful design
- Zaratsu polishing
source : wikipedia
