{"product_id":"grand-seiko-grail-reference-sbgh266-whirlpool-solid-18kt-gold-le-of-150","title":"Grand Seiko Grail - Reference. SBGH266 \"Whirlpool\" Solid 18kt gold - LE of 150","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grand Seiko SBGH266 “Golden Whirlpool Special” (Limited Edition of 150 Pieces)\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Grand Seiko SBGH266 is one of the rarest and most luxurious executions of the celebrated Whirlpool design. Limited to only 150 pieces worldwide, the watch pairs Grand Seiko’s intricate Whirlpool-pattern dial with a solid 18-karat yellow gold case and the specially adjusted Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm gold-colored dial is covered by the distinctive radiating Whirlpool texture, creating extraordinary depth as light moves across its surface. Viewed closely, the pattern reveals repeating Grand Seiko and historic Daini Seikosha-inspired motifs incorporated into the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReleased in 2018, the SBGH266 was created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Grand Seiko’s modern 9S mechanical movement, first introduced in 1998. It formed part of a special series of anniversary watches celebrating two decades of Grand Seiko’s modern mechanical watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the SBGH266, Grand Seiko went considerably further than simply creating a precious-metal limited edition. Its Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85 was specially adjusted to meet the more stringent Grand Seiko Special Standard of +4\/-2 seconds per day, compared with the regular Grand Seiko mechanical standard. This elevated level of regulation is proudly identified by the “SPECIAL” designation printed on the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction was restricted to just 150 examples, making the SBGH266 considerably rarer than its already collectible stainless-steel Whirlpool counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications and Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall: Excellent Condition\u003cbr\u003eCase: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eCrystal: Clean\u003cbr\u003eDial: Clean\u003cbr\u003eMovement: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: Watch\u003cbr\u003eLimited Edition: 150 Pieces Worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrand Seiko Caliber 9S85 Hi-Beat Automatic\u003cbr\u003eGrand Seiko Special Standard\u003cbr\u003eAccuracy Rated to +4\/-2 Seconds Per Day\u003cbr\u003e36,000 vph \/ 5 Hz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e39.5mm Case Diameter\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 13mm Thickness\u003cbr\u003eSolid 18K Yellow Gold Case\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Whirlpool Textured Dial\u003cbr\u003eIntricate Radiating Spiral Pattern\u003cbr\u003eRepeating GS and Historic Daini Seikosha-Inspired Motifs Within the Dial Texture\u003cbr\u003e“SPECIAL” Designation on Dial\u003cbr\u003eSolid 18K Yellow Gold Case\u003cbr\u003eZaratsu-Polished Case Surfaces\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SBGH266 represents one of the ultimate executions of Grand Seiko’s modern Whirlpool design. The combination of the intricate spiral dial, solid 18K yellow gold construction and specially regulated Hi-Beat movement places it considerably above a conventional dial variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts “SPECIAL” designation is particularly meaningful, identifying a movement adjusted to Grand Seiko’s more demanding +4\/-2 second-per-day standard, while its production of only 150 pieces makes it one of the rarest members of the Whirlpool family. As both a celebration of the 20th anniversary of the 9S movement and an exceptional showcase of modern Grand Seiko dial and case finishing, the SBGH266 stands as one of the most special Grand Seiko limited editions of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JDM Horologist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50980752163059,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4984\/1907\/files\/3YVSq4p_d.webp?v=1788679993","url":"https:\/\/jdmhorologist.net\/products\/grand-seiko-grail-reference-sbgh266-whirlpool-solid-18kt-gold-le-of-150","provider":"JDM Horologist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}