The Grand Seiko 6156-8040 “Special” holds a singular place in the brand’s history as the final vintage Grand Seiko reference ever launched, first introduced in the supplement to Volume 2 of the 1974 Seiko catalogue.
 
Its standout feature is the exquisite diamond dust–textured dial: Subtle yet captivating, and often likened to the finish seen decades later on modern references such as the SBGD001. Under the right light, the dial comes alive with a soft, shimmering depth that rewards close attention.
In classic Grand Seiko fashion, restraint is key. The minute markers are printed so finely that they almost disappear, preserving a clean, uncluttered aesthetic. The hands, shaped like jousting lances: Slender at the tip and broader at the base, offering excellent legibility while adding a distinctive sense of purpose and elegance.
 
Powering the watch is the Grand Seiko Special Cal. 6156A, a high-beat 36,000 bph movement regulated to an exceptional ±3 seconds per day at the time of production, surpassing contemporary chronometer standards. The near-continuous sweep of the seconds hand enhances the experience, allowing the wearer to perceive time as a seamless, natural flow.
 
Ironically, the very process that gives the dial its depth also makes it fragile. As a result, most surviving examples of the 6156-8040 show dial damage or heavy wear, preventing them from being experienced as originally intended.
 
Offered here, however, is a truly remarkable exception: A miraculous unworn Grand Seiko 61GS Ref. 6156-8040 “Special,” complete with its original tags. Representing the culmination of years of relentless refinement in movement engineering, dial execution, and case design, this reference stands as the pinnacle of vintage Grand Seiko watchmaking.
 
The watch will be serviced once purchased. Please allow 1~2 months before shipping.
 
Ships from Tokyo, Japan.