Grand Seiko has announced their latest small collection of US exclusive releases. You?ll recall that last year that Japanese brand debuted a four watch collection with each piece inspired by a different season, with each piece showcasing an intricately patterned dial. This year, Grand Seiko is still thinking about seasons, but with a tighter focus, and the dials are the still the kind that beg to be observed under a loupe. Let?s take a closer look at the new Soko Special Editions.

Grand Seiko Soko Special Editions

Case Material: Stainless steel
Dial: Silver, gray
Dimensions: 39mm 
Crystal: Sapphire        
Water Resistance: 10 bar
Crown: Screw down                       
Movement: 9R65 Strap/bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, crocodile leather 
Price: $5,000
Reference Number: SBGA427, SBGA429
Expected Release: Available now 

As we?ve covered extensively here on Worn & Wound, Grand Seiko is a brand that is uniquely obsessed with the natural world, and takes inspiration from nature and Japanese culture in the design of their watches. These stories that link Japanese tradition, nature, and watchmaking are really at the heart of the brand, and understanding the background behind each watch is part of the enjoyment of ownership for collectors. These new watches are a riff on s?k?, one of 24 traditional Japanese micro-seasons. This particular season takes place at the end of autumn, and the new watches are meant to symbolize th...