Encyclopedia / Grand Seiko / Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET
$8,330 List $9,800
Save $1,470 (15%) · new · Jomashop
Ref. SLGH005 · In stock (per Jomashop)
Brand new from Jomashop, a grey-market (non-authorized) dealer, so expect the store's warranty (Jomashop lists '2 Year Jomashop Warranty') rather than the brand's. 'List' is the retail figure the dealer displays; I could not confirm it on the brand's own US site. Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $8,330 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. SLGH005, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop | $9,800 | jomashop.com |
| New at Jomashop | $8,330 | Jomashop |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $6,550 – $9,400 (median ~$7,500, 59 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| SLGH005 | Evolution 9 Hand Wind Men's Watch | $9,800 |
Which one I'd pick
Snowflake or White Birch? The SBGA211 Snowflake is Spring Drive and titanium; the SLGH005 is the hi-beat mechanical 9SA5 in steel and costs more.
What to check before you buy
- Warranty: grey-market new watches usually carry the dealer's warranty, not the brand's. Ask which one you get and whether the brand's warranty card is included.
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (SLGH005) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Grand Seiko Heritage Collection 'Snowflake': The Snowflake, cheaper. (41 mm high-intensity titanium, Calibre 9R65 Spring Drive, retail $6,900)
- Rolex Datejust 41: Rolex's everyday classic. (41 mm Oystersteel (126300), Calibre 3235, retail $8,950 (126300-0001); $11,650 (126334-0001, white gold bezel))
- Omega Constellation 41: Omega dress-sport. (41 mm Stainless Steel, Omega Calibre 8900, retail $8,200 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
History
Grand Seiko began in December 1960 as Seiko's highest-grade domestic line, and adopted Spring Drive in 2004 with the Calibre 9R65.
Grand Seiko introduced the redesigned 9SA5 mechanical calibre in 2020. It powers the SLGH005, which won the GPHG Men's Watch Prize in 2021.
Specifications
| Brand | Grand Seiko |
|---|---|
| Model | Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005 |
| Key references | SLGH005 |
| Launch year | 2021 |
| Case | 40 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 11.7 mm |
| Band width | 22 mm |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Transparent See Through |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Dial | White Birch |
| Strap/bracelet | Stainless Steel |
| Movement | Grand Seiko Calibre 9SA5, hand wind |
| Power reserve | About 80 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $9,800 (list price per Jomashop) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Calibre 9SA5
- 2021 GPHG Men's Watch Prize
- White birch-bark textured dial
FAQ
How much is the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005?
List price per Jomashop: $9,800. New, the best verified price was $8,330 at Jomashop (checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET). Pre-owned asks on Chrono24 mostly ran $6,550 to $9,400.
What movement does the Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005 use?
The SLGH005 checked here uses the Grand Seiko Calibre 9SA5 (hand-wound) with about 80 hours of power reserve.
How big is the Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005?
40 mm Stainless Steel, 11.7 mm thick.
Is the Evolution 9 'White Birch' SLGH005 water resistant?
Yes, it's rated to 100 m.
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