Seiko SARB033 Baby Grand Seiko
Ref: SARB033

Specification

Points of Mention

This watch is sold with its original Seiko box and original Seiko booklet but no signed paperwork or guarantee, the watch has been dated via the serial and reference number. The watch comes paired on its original Seiko stainless steel bracelet with all links included. The watch is in worn condition but is overall very good, see the photos. The watch is running well as you would expect.

The Watch

The SARB033 is popularly called “the Baby Grand Seiko “. 38.5mm 316L stainless steel case finished in polished and brushed surfaces. A polished bezel holds an AR-coated sapphire crystal, protecting a glossy black dial that catches the light perfectly. Polished hour markers are applied and create a sense of depth to the dial.  In keeping with the dress watch aesthetic the silver Dauphine hour and minute hands are lumed with lumibrite complete with a centre seconds hand with teardrop detailing. A date window sits at 3 o’clock. On the back, we have a screw-down exhibition case back, housing an Automatic Seiko Cal.6R15 23 Jewels 21,600 beats per hour, with hand winding and hacking functionality. Fitted on a finely brushed Oyster style bracelet with signed folding clasp.

Personal Note

Rightfully nicknamed the "Baby Grand Seiko" as this watch offers a TON of value, the finishing is exceptional and the fact they went the extra mile to fit the watch with a Sapphire Crystal. This is a model that I believe Seiko truly listened to what the mass wanted, it is as perfect as it gets for a Seiko and is still fairly priced, but for how much longer will these be like this? Will we see this creep up quickly in value like other models?