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Grand Seiko SLGH005
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Grand Seiko · Evolution 9

Grand Seiko SLGH005

Dress

$9,800
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Case

Diameter
40mm
Thickness
11.7mm
Lug-to-lug
47mm
Lug width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Yes

Movement

Caliber
Grand Seiko 9SA5
Type
Automatic
Power reserve
80h
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
textured
Bezel
fixed
Bracelet
lug-attached
Hands
dauphine

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SLGH005 collection · 18 watches

SLGA001
SLGA00146.9mm
SLGA009
SLGA00940mm
SLGA015
SLGA01543.8mm
SLGA019
SLGA01940mm
SLGB001
SLGB00137mm
SLGB003
SLGB00337mm
SLGB005
SLGB00537mm
SLGB006
SLGB00637mm
SLGB023
SLGB02340.8mm
SLGC001
SLGC00143.2mm
SLGC006
SLGC00643.2mm
SLGC009
SLGC00943mm
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4 colorways

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03The community take

Owners talk.

“

The Grand Seiko SLGH005 is widely praised for its stunning "White Birch" textured dial, exceptional finishing including mirror-polished indexes and Zaratsu polishing, and the innovative Caliber 9SA5 movement. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the dial's texture and the elaborate, mirror-like indexes. The watch's 40mm stainless steel case is noted for its slender, sporty design and comfortable wearability, with some finding its size well-proportioned and its brushed and polished surfaces practical for hiding scratches. The 9SA5 movement is recognized for its 80-hour power reserve and 36,000 vph hi-beat frequency, though one owner found its finishing less impressive than other movement types in a similar price bracket. Some reviewers consider its price somewhat high relative to alternatives and desire a micro-adjustable bracelet. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGH005 highly for its exquisite dial and finishing, powered by an advanced high-beat movement.

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