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Grand Seiko SBGD228
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Grand Seiko · Masterpiece

Grand Seiko SBGD228

Chronograph

$273,000Stock unknown

Case

Diameter
44.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
Lug-to-lug
52mm
Lug width
23mm
Material
Gold
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Yes

Movement

Caliber
Grand Seiko 9R01
Type
Spring Drive
Power reserve
192h

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
textured
Bezel
fixed
Bracelet
leather
Hands
dauphine

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SBGD228 collection · 6 watches

SBGD201
SBGD20143mm
SBGD202
SBGD20243mm
SBGD223
SBGD22344.5mm
SBGZ003
SBGZ00338.5mm
SBGZ011
SBGZ01140mm
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01The market

Market prices.

Retail$273,000

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Retail stock & market context

Grand Seiko on the secondhand market

+7.5%

2026 so far · +4.0% to +12.1% · 41 matched watches

In line with the index

Chronographs as a group: +6.4% · 156 matched watches

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02The connection engine

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03The community take

Owners talk.

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Owners are divided on the Grand Seiko SBGD228's aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant while others consider it too gaudy or "bling." One owner appreciates the blue sunburst dial and sparkling indices as engaging, and the watch is noted for supporting artisans in traditional crafts. The Grand Seiko SBGD228 features a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with Mozambique garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day power reserve Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, accurate to ±10 seconds per month. Overall, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a highly eye-catching and luxurious timepiece, with its polarizing design being its most discussed characteristic.

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05The discussion

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