An elegant timepiece inspired by Japanese handcraft
The dial of SBGK017 takes its inspiration from Nanbu tekki ironware, a form of traditional metalworking that is produced in the city of Morioka in Iwate prefecture. This renowned handcraft dates all the way back to Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868), but it's also a tradition that continues on to this day, prized by many for its beauty and durability. Nanbu tekki ironware features a distinctive texture called arare, or hailstone, on its exterior. This texture finds its way onto the dark gray dial of SBGK017.
Caliber 9S63 is a slim manual wind caliber, and it features a small seconds register at the nine o’clock position and a power reserve indicator at three. The thinness of the movement allows for a slimmer, dressier design.
SBGK017 is a U.S. Special Edition.
CASE
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 39mm
Case Thickness: 11.6mm
Case Length: 44mm
Lug Width: 19mm
Crown: Push Crown
Strap/Bracelet: Stainless Steel w. three-fold clasp / Crocodile strap w. clasp
Crystal: Dual Curve Sapphire
Caseback: Stainless Steel with Sapphire Crystal
Special: US Special Edition
MOVEMENT
Caliber: 9S63
Power Source: Manual Winding
Jewels: 33
Accuracy: 5 to -3 seconds per day (when static)
Duration: 72 Hours
FUNCTIONS
Features: Time, Power Reserve Indicator, Small Seconds
Water Resistance: 30m
Magnetic Resistance: 4,800 A/m
FEATURES
Rendered in stainless steel, the case is polished by a special Zaratsu method created to accentuate the beauty of the case's curved surfaces. The dial and sapphire crystal are also curved to give the watch a classic look and feel. Additionally, the dial features hand-bent minute and power reserve hands, a nod to classic watch design.
SBGK017 comes with a stainless steel bracelet and with a stitch-less black crocodile strap.
REF: SBGK017
