Luxury watchmaker Grand Seiko has released two new 'Sport Collection GMTs' -- the 'SBGM245' in blue and the 'SBGM247' in hunter green, both of which are intended to appeal to shoppers seeking a classic, high-performing timepiece.
Both watches are delivered in stainless steel 40.5mm cases with magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m. Moreover, the luxury timepieces are water-resistant up to 656ft and offer users a second-time zone clock, making them particularly appealing for world travelers.
In addition, both the 'SBGM245' and the 'SBGM247' are powered by Grand Seiko's '9S66' movement that provides them with a power reserve of 72 hours. Other features of these sleek and sporty watches include dual-curved sapphire crystal glass, 'LumiBrite' technology on hands and indexes, and anti-reflective coating on the inner surfaces.
High-Performance Sports Watches
Grand Seiko Adds Two New 'Sport Collection GMTs' to Its Lineup
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Sports Watches - The emergence of high-performing, luxury sports watches presents an opportunity for watchmakers to cater to consumers seeking a combination of style and functionality.
2. Dual-timezone Watches - The popularity of world travel and increasing globalization creates demand for watches that can display multiple time zones.
3. Magnetic-resistant Watches - As technology becomes more magnetic, there is a growing need for watches with higher magnetic resistance that can withstand interference from electronic devices.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watchmaking - The luxury watchmaking industry can take advantage of the trend towards high-performing, luxury sports watches by innovating new materials, designs and features.
2. Travel and Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can leverage the trend of dual-timezone and high-performing watches as a value addition for frequent fliers and luxury travelers.
3. Technology and Electronics - As technology continues to evolve, the technology and electronics industry can provide components and materials that can improve the magnetic resistance of high-performing watches.