{"product_id":"grand-seiko-1969-hi-beat-6146-8000","title":"Grand Seiko - 1969 Hi-Beat 6146-8000","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWHAT WE LOVE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGrand Seiko 6146-8000\u003c\/span\u003e aka 61GS represents an important chapter in the brand’s pursuit of precision during the late 1960s — a period when Grand Seiko was actively refining high-frequency movements to compete with the very best Swiss chronometers. This reference houses the celebrated \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHi-Beat 36,000 vph movement\u003c\/span\u003e, delivering exceptional timekeeping performance and embodying the technical ambition that defined Grand Seiko’s golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis particular example features a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003egold-capped case and a\u003c\/span\u003e silver dial with sharp applied indices and crisp handset that reflect the meticulous finishing Grand Seiko is known for. A small \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edial burn around the 10 o’clock position\u003c\/span\u003e adds vintage character, while its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003erecent service in 2026\u003c\/span\u003e ensures it is ready for reliable wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWHAT’S INSIDE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eInside beats the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGrand Seiko Calibre 6146A\u003c\/span\u003e, an automatic \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHi-Beat movement running at 36,000 vibrations per hour\u003c\/span\u003e. Designed for superior accuracy and stability, the higher beat rate allows the seconds hand to sweep more smoothly while improving timekeeping consistency. The watch received a full service in 2026 with a new auto bearing, new glass and gaskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFIVEFORTYFIVE SIX MONTHS \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eWARRANTY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53134404157713,"sku":"24156","price":1900.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/5332\/7960\/files\/Grand-Seiko-1969-Hi-Beat-6146-8000241561-7.jpg?v=1772065071","url":"https:\/\/fivefortyfive.nz\/products\/grand-seiko-1969-hi-beat-6146-8000","provider":"FiveFortyFive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}