The Wristwatch Field Guide

Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481

The Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481 is a current-production watch with a high-intensity titanium case. At 148 g it sits among the heavier watches in the guide, and is priced well above the $2,150 median across the guide. It ships on a matching exotic-material bracelet rather than a strap.

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Price
$11,100
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
High-Intensity Titanium
Weight
148 g (with bracelet)
Water resistance
200 m
Type
Other
Case diameter
44.5 mm
Thickness
14.3 mm
Origin
Japan
Movement
Spring Drive, self-winding with manual wind
Caliber
9R65
Power reserve
72h
Complications
Date, Power reserve
Colour
Grey
Caseback
Titanium and sapphire (display)
Nickel-free
Not verified (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
High-Intensity Titanium bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Dual-curved sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
White (Lion's Mane texture)
Dial colours
White
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Hardness, Construction, Surface treatment, Lume
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Grand Seiko (SBGA481) Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481?

The Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481 has a high-intensity titanium case with a titanium and sapphire (display) caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481?

It is 44.5 mm in diameter, 14.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481 weigh?

About 148 g (w/ bracelet).

How much does the Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Lion's Mane SBGA481 cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $11,100.

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