This spurred Luminox to develop its proprietary carbon composite materials as CARBONOX+ and CARBONOX were later introduced in 20 respectively. Given the precarious nature of the missions, Luminox sought the use of a carbon case for its strength and lightweight properties - both highly desirable especially when facing harsh conditions. Luminox and the Navy SEALs established a relationship that dates back to 1992 when the Navy SEALs first commissioned Luminox to produce watches as part of its Essential Gear. Having supplied watches to various military units and special forces in the world, Luminox is going full circle with the Navy SEALs as it presents the Luminox Master Carbon SEAL Automatic 3860 Series. Luminox Master Carbon SEAL Automatic 3860 Series Powering the SBGM247 is the 9S66 calibre with an accuracy deviation of +5/-3 seconds per day, surpassing the +6/-4 standards set by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC). Grand Seiko’s critically acclaimed movements need no further introduction as it sets itself apart from its competitors with its supreme accuracy and reliability. Grand Seiko’s proprietary luminescent material LumiBrite fills the hands for easy reading in the dark. The travel-friendly GMT complication can be set to a secondary time zone when set against the 24-hour scale - even hours are indicated on the fixed bezel while odd hours are printed on the bi-coloured inner-flange. The Japanese manufacturer took a strong consideration for legibility as a pair of large handsets are complemented by similarly sized hour indices while the contrasting orange GMT hand pops against the green lacquered dial. The crown was deliberately positioned at four o’clock for added security against accidental knocks during high-impact activities. Housed in a stainless steel case with a matching bracelet, the SBGM247 is as robust as any dive watch with 200m water resistance afforded to it. At first glance, the SBGM247 does not attempt to over-complicate the narrative. Two ubiquitous aspects were combined into a single timepiece when designing the SBGM247 - a GMT complication housed in a sports watch. Still, it does not deviate from the aesthetics of Grand Seiko with its innate suaveness and confidence backed by technical intricacy and powerful designs for active wearers. As its namesake duly implies, the Sports collection stands out from its counterparts for its sportiness and edginess. As Grand Seiko evolved over the decades, it challenged the conventions of horology as it pushed boundaries and set new standards in not only chronometry but in practicality and beauty.The revered Japanese watch manufacture has four distinct collections, namely Masterpiece, Elegance, Heritage and Sports, under its portfolio. Founded in 1960, Grand Seiko stemmed from the idea of building a watch that would be precise, durable, easy to wear and beautiful. Grand Seiko unveils the newest member of its Sports collection, the SBGM247.
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