# High-Performance Sports Watches Grand Seiko Adds Two New 'Sport Collection GMTs' to Its Lineup By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-10-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sport-collection-gmts References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/grand-seiko-gmt-sbgm247-sbgm245) & [grand-seiko](https://www.grand-seiko.com/ca-en) Luxury watchmaker [Grand Seiko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-heritage-62gs-sekki) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-1968-heritage-divers-gmt-spb519), making them particularly appealing for world travelers. In addition, both the 'SBGM245' and the 'SBGM247' are powered by [Grand Seiko's '9S66' movement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-elegance-collection) 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. Image Credit: Grand Seiko ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **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. - **Dual-timezone Watches:** The popularity of world travel and increasing globalization creates demand for watches that can display multiple time zones. - **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. ### Sectors Adopting This - **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. - **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. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seasonally Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-heritage-62gs-sekki.md) - [Movement-Honoring Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-elegance-collection.md) - [Springtime Cherry Blossom Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-seiko-hibeat-3600.md) - [Everyday Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-1968-heritage-divers-gmt-spb519.md) - [Ginza-Exclusive Elevated Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbgh297-watch.md) - [Chic Celestial Ombre Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-lx-gmt-us-special-edition.md) - [Advanced GPS Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astron-gps-solar.md) - [Limited Eco-Friendly Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spb439.md) - [Durable Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-luxury-watches-the-new-full-metal-gshock-models-are-rugged-but-eleg.md)