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Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029

The Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029 is a current-production dress watch with a titanium (high-intensity titanium) case. It is priced well above the $2,450 median for the category.

Exotic-material dress watchesTitanium
Price
$12,600
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Titanium (High-Intensity Titanium)
Water resistance
100 m
Type
Dress
Case diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
11.7 mm
Origin
Japan
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
9SA5
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Nickel-free
Not verified (contact-point materials not all confirmed)
Dial
Black (Night Birch textured)
Dial colours
Black
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Weight, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment, Caseback, Bracelet / strap, Matching bracelet, Crystal, Display back, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Grand Seiko (maker) Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029?

The Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029 has a titanium (high-intensity titanium) case. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029?

It is 40.0 mm in diameter, 11.7 mm thick, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Hi-Beat Night Birch SLGH029 cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $12,600.

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