
The Grand Seiko SLGC001 (ref. slgc001g) is an automatic chronograph watch, with a 43.2mm titanium case, 15.3mm thick, powered by the 9SC5 movement and a 72-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 100m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $14,700.
The Grand Seiko SLGC001 is praised for its high-tech titanium construction and 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the new 9SC5 movement, a 5Hz caliber with a +5 to -3 seconds per day accuracy rating. The watch features a balanced tri-compax dial and 100m water resistance. However, its 43.2mm width and 15.3mm thickness are described as bulky, and some find its styling less distinctive than previous models. On balance, reviewers highlight the technical achievement of Grand Seiko's first mechanical chronograph, despite its substantial dimensions.