Grand Seiko 44GS 4420-9000

GRAND SEIKO 44GS Ref.4420-9000 Silver Dial Manual Wind 38mm Vintage Men's watch

✨ 1968 Grand Seiko 44GS Late Model 4420-9000 – Rare Kameido Factory Hand-Wound An exceptionally rare vintage Grand Seiko from February 1968, produced at the Kameido Factory (Daini Seikosha). This late 44GS model is highly coveted by collectors and often referred to as the “phantom Grand Seiko” due to its extremely limited production of approximately two years. ⌚ Brand: Grand Seiko ⌚ Model: 44GS Late Model ⌚ Reference: 4420-9000 ⌚ Production: February 1968 ⌚ Movement: Hand-wound ⌚ Caliber: 4420B ⌚ Dial Color: Silver 📏 Case Dimensions Diameter: 38 mm (excluding crown) Lug width: 18 mm 🛠 Case Material: Stainless Steel 🪟 Crystal: Plastic 📏 Strap Wrist size: approx. 16 cm – 19 cm New leather strap with pin buckle 📦 Included Accessories Watch only 📝 Condition – Grade A / Pre-owned Case shows minor surface scratches consistent with age, no major damage Dial remains clean with no noticeable blemishes or discoloration Leather strap replaced with a new one Movement overhauled, smooth crown winding, accurate and reliable ⭐ Collector Highlights Produced at Kameido Factory for a very short period; distinct from Suwa-made 44GS models Late model with the Kameido mark below the “GRAND SEIKO” text at 6 o’clock Low-beat movement without the enlarged balance, yet meeting Grand Seiko accuracy standards 5-beat movement, historically significant as an alternative engineering approach to precision Extremely rare and historically intriguing model, blending technical mastery with collector mystique This 44GS Late Model is a must-have for serious Grand Seiko collectors, offering an authentic glimpse into the experimental and highly precise craftsmanship of Seiko’s early luxury watches.