Grand Seiko GMT Hodinkee Limited Edition - One of 500

This exceptionally rare collaboration between Grand Seiko and Hodinkee represents a pinnacle achievement in Japanese watchmaking, limited to just 500 individually numbered pieces exclusively for the U.S. market. The mesmerizing twilight blue dial, dubbed "Yūgure" after the Japanese word for dusk, transforms dramatically from deep matte indigo to brilliant cobalt depending on light conditions, creating an ever-changing visual experience that captures the serene transition between day and night. Distinguished by refined GMT functionality rendered in subtle grey tones, the central 24-hour ring features newly designed angular numerals with sharp spurs replacing traditional rounded forms, alongside inverted dart triangles marking odd hours—subtle refinements that demonstrate extraordinary attention to detail. The 39.5mm stainless steel case showcases Grand Seiko's legendary Zaratsu polishing technique, creating mirror-like surfaces that rival the finest Swiss finishing while maintaining perfect 13.7mm proportions for comfortable daily wear. Faceted Dauphine hands and applied indices catch light brilliantly, ensuring exceptional legibility across all lighting conditions. Powered by the manufacture caliber 9S66 with 72-hour power reserve. The sapphire exhibition caseback reveals the movement's refined striped decoration and features the historic first-ever HODINKEE signature on a modern Grand Seiko, marking this significant collaboration. Presented on a sophisticated three-link stainless steel bracelet—the first SBGM series watch offered with this configuration—this limited edition represents an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of horological history where Japanese perfectionism meets American collecting passion. Our offering is in superb, near mint condition and comes in full set of boxes and papers. Ticking per specs. Covered by our limited warranty of 1 year, starting on the date of purchase.