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Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003)

The Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003) is a 37 mm High-Intensity Titanium dress watch with a Grand Seiko 9RB2 Spring Drive movement. On the maker's specification no steel touches the skin, so the guide lists it as nickel-free.

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Price
$11,400
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
High-intensity titanium
Weight
100 g (with bracelet)
Water resistance
100 m
Type
Dress
Case diameter
37.0 mm
Origin
Japan
Movement
Spring Drive (Ultra Fine Accuracy)
Caliber
Grand Seiko 9RB2
Power reserve
72 h
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Zaratsu polished
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
High-intensity titanium bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Micro-adjust clasp
Yes
Crystal
Dual-curved sapphire, AR coated
Display back
Yes
Dial
Silver-blue (Ice Forest)
Dial colours
Silver Blue Green
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003) nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, nothing that touches the skin is steel: the case, caseback, crown and bracelet with its clasp are all non-steel. The guide records what the maker publishes and has not tested the watch, so if you react to nickel, confirm the contact points with the maker before buying.

What grade of titanium is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003)?

The maker confirms titanium but does not publish a grade. The maker calls the material High-Intensity Titanium. The caseback is titanium too.

What size is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003)?

The case is 37 mm across. It is water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003) weigh?

About 100 g on its bracelet.

How much does the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Spring Drive U.F.A. (SLGB003) cost, and is it available?

It is in production, at a list price of $11,400.

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