Seiko was my first well made automatic watch.
Grand seiko is one of my more recent purchases and it shows the high level that seiko is capable of.
Overall just another worthwhile option among your choices. If you don’t get it now, maybe tomorrow. Inquiring is the first step
Ps. You received many thoughtful responses here and like others said, don’t focus on the negative.
Pps you have Adam, one of the finest and knowledgeable seiko advocates on the forum following along, enjoy.