One of Grand Seiko?s newest and most interesting calibers is making its way into two new models in their Elegance collection. The Elegance collection is Grand Seiko?s most outright formal set of watches, with plenty of highly polished Zaratsu flourishes and beautiful, sometimes rather ornate, dial treatments. But until recently, Grand Seiko?s dress watches were often plagued by a ?if only it weren?t so thick? qualification from many enthusiasts. Well, the Caliber 9S63 might be seen as Grand Seiko?s response to that criticism. It’s a hand wound caliber with a small seconds hand at 9:00 and a lengthy power reserve of up to three days (with a balancing power reserve indicator at 3:00). This movement is thin and seems tailor made for a type of traditionally styled dress watch that?s right in Grand Seiko?s wheelhouse. Previously available in precious metal pieces and the limited stainless steel SBGK005, the new Caliber 9S63 is trickling down to more mass market Grand Seiko offerings. Let?s take a closer look at the just announced SBGK007 and SBGK009.
Grand Seiko SBGK007 & SBGK009

Case Material: Stainless steel
Dial: White, black
Dimensions: 39 x 11.6mm
Crystal: Sapphire 
Water Resistance: Splash resistant 
Crown: Push/pull 
Movement: Caliber 9S63 
Strap/bracelet: Crocodile leather, stainless steel bracelet 
Price: $6,900, $7,700
Reference Number: SBGK007, SBGK009
Expected Release: Available now

The SBGK007 is about as traditional a dress watch as you?re go...