
Grand Seiko
Heritage Hi-Beat 36000 SBGH267
Ref. SBGH267
2023–present · 40mm · caliber Grand Seiko Cal. 9SA5: in-house hi-beat automatic, 36,000bph, 80h PR, 47j; dual impulse escapement, free-sprung Dual Impulse Escapement; Grand Seiko flagship caliber
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Movement tier: unclassified
Medium-large: suits wrists 6.5 in+ (16.5 cm+)
40 mm case. Wears confidently on average to larger wrists. May overhang on slender builds.
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Authentication
Hi-Beat 36000 calibre 9S85 and Zaratsu case finishing authenticate the SBGH267
Known issues in the market
- Hi-Beat references are targeted due to the calibre premium
- Case finishing quality is the most reliable tell across all Hi-Beat variants
| Area | What to check | What is correct | Red flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| movement | Calibre 9S85 Hi-Beat | Hi-Beat 36000 tick at 10 per second; "Hi-Beat 36000" on dial; calibre 9S85 visible through caseback; Grand Seiko rotor with GS lion medallion; Zaratsu-polished movement parts | Slower tick rate; different calibre number; undecorated movement; no GS lion on rotor |
| dial | Dial texture and signing | "Hi-Beat 36000" text present; "Grand Seiko" in correct typeface; dial texture (if textured variant) has genuine depth; applied indices are polished and correctly fitted | Missing "Hi-Beat 36000"; flat printed texture; indices not correctly seated |
| case | Zaratsu-finished case | Distortion-free mirror polish on polished surfaces; sharp surface transitions; brushed areas show even grain; 40mm diameter; Grand Seiko lion on screwed caseback | Distorted reflections on polished surfaces; blurred transitions; rounded lug edges; incorrect diameter |
Common legitimate replacements
- Bracelet is a common replacement item; confirm Grand Seiko stampings on all links.
- Calibre 9S85 service at Grand Seiko authorized centers is preferred; third-party expertise varies.
Expert resources: Grand Seiko boutiques for in-person assessment. WatchUSeek Grand Seiko subforum has SBGH267-specific finishing comparison photos.
Authentication guide
Last reviewed June 2026
The SBGH267 is a blue-dial Heritage Hi-Beat using Cal. 9SA5, introduced in 2023. It is the most accessible current-production entry to the 9SA5 movement. The blue dial has a specific grain texture distinct from the SLGH005 White Birch.
Sources: Grand Seiko official: SBGH267.



