Introduced in 2019, this Grand Seiko watch celebrates the anniversaries of both Spring Drive and Japan’s iconic monster, Godzilla.
In 2019, the 20th anniversary of Spring Drive was celebrated with a new design in Grand Seiko’s sport collection that showcases the watches’ capabilities to withstand the most demanding sport environment.
Godzilla made its debut in Japan in a movie released in 1954. In this film, Godzilla appears in Ginza, the birthplace of Seiko, and destroys the famous clock tower which rises above the Wako store, a retail establishment of Seiko’s that opened its doors at that location in 1952.
Grand Seiko Godzilla 65th Anniversary Watch
The creature makes its fierce presence on the watch in a number of ways. Godzilla’s signature roar and the “heat ray beam” that it shoots from his mouth to strike his opponents are expressed in the rays of the red dial.
The shark strap in black and red re-creates the tone and rough texture of the monster’s skin. Most notably, the strong angular case of the watch brings to life the magnitude of Godzilla.
The watch carries Spring Drive Caliber 9R15 and has high shock and temperature resistance. Specially adjusted, this movement offers an enhanced precision of 0.5 second a day. The design of the hands as well as the Lumibrite on the hands, hour markers and bezel, and the high definition dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating all allow for enhanced legibility. Thanks to the curve of the lugs and the low center of gravity of the case the watch sits comfortably on any wrist.
The see-through case back highlights the scene where Godzilla destroys the iconic clock tower. It had long been the symbol of the area and still stands today at the main intersection of the Ginza district. Its design pays homage to the Grand Seiko lion and is illustrated by Shinji Higuchi, co-director and special effects director for the movie “Shin Godzilla” (2016).
The Grand Seiko Godzilla 65th Anniversary SBGA405 watch is a limited edition of just 650 pieces. It is available from November, 2019 at selected Grand Seiko and Seiko boutiques and selected retail partners across the world.
Technical details
Model: Grand Seiko Godzilla 65th Anniversary Limited Edition, Reference SBGA405
Movement
Spring Drive 9R15
Driving System: Automatic
Power reserve: 72 hours
Accuracy: ±0.5 second per day (±10 seconds per month)
Number of jewels: 30
Case and bracelet
High-intensity titanium case
Sapphire crystal bezel
High definition dual-curved sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
See-through screw case back, Screw-down crown
Diameter: 44.5mm, Thickness: 14.3mm
Water resistance: 20 bar
Magnetic resistance: 4,800 A/m
Shark strap with three-fold clasp with push button release
Retail price
Approximate recommended retail prices in Europe: €12,700
Edition
Limited edition of 650 pieces
About Godzilla
Godzilla first appeared in Toho’s “Godzilla” (1954), a classic monster movie widely regarded as a masterpiece that launched a monster franchise expanding over 64 years with more than 30 films. The character has been adapted via numerous international motion pictures, re-introducing the character to a new generation and a global audience. Godzilla continues to stomp through popular culture with “Godzilla: King of the Monster,” released on May 2019, and “Godzilla vs Kong” in 2020.
