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bondtoys · 5 October 2018, 10:00 AM

Welcome to the Club, Ken.

SBGR305 and SBGM221 have been my first GS and I echo everything that you‘ve said about them!

Enjoy them, my friend

Ichiran · 5 October 2018, 11:59 AM

What a lovely pair, and congrats for adding them!

I personally find the 305's dial breathtaking!

rjd1 · 5 October 2018, 12:16 PM

Can't believe the timeliness of this post for me, just tried my first GS's on today and am hooked. I have a lot to learn on this product line and am starting my research to add to the collection. Congrats!

tom2517 · 5 October 2018, 01:14 PM

Congrats on the GS.

hdrazor251 · 5 October 2018, 03:22 PM

If your gonna go, might as well go all the way.

Congrats!

City74 · 5 October 2018, 04:06 PM

Nice pair! I have had my eye on GS for awhile just haven’t found the “one” for me yet. I have heard many people say the fit and finish of these is on par with watches more expensive and it seems you agree. Congrats and wear in good health

SearChart · 5 October 2018, 04:26 PM

Congrats Ken! Looks great

blcblc · 5 October 2018, 05:40 PM

Congrats Ken! Try to look into vintage seiko as well

. Pretty interesting watches

HL65 · 5 October 2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by bondtoys

Welcome to the Club, Ken.

SBGR305 and SBGM221 have been my first GS and I echo everything that you‘ve said about them!

Enjoy them, my friend

Thanks my friend!

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Originally Posted by Ichiran

What a lovely pair, and congrats for adding them!

I personally find the 305's dial breathtaking!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjd1

Can't believe the timeliness of this post for me, just tried my first GS's on today and am hooked. I have a lot to learn on this product line and am starting my research to add to the collection. Congrats!

I spent a lot of time researching the brand and history and got hooked!

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Originally Posted by tom2517

Congrats on the GS.

Thanks Tom!

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Originally Posted by hdrazor251

If your gonna go, might as well go all the way.

Congrats!

Thanks my man!

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Originally Posted by City74

Nice pair! I have had my eye on GS for awhile just haven’t found the “one” for me yet. I have heard many people say the fit and finish of these is on par with watches more expensive and it seems you agree. Congrats and wear in good health

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Congrats Ken! Looks great

Thanks buddy!

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Originally Posted by blcblc

Congrats Ken! Try to look into vintage seiko as well

. Pretty interesting watches

Thanks!

Syed117 · 5 October 2018, 09:20 PM

Awesome!

Congrats and welcome to the club :)

Cru Jones · 5 October 2018, 09:21 PM

The pictures aren’t working for me. :-(((

But, I looked up the references, knowing they would be good. ;-)

Many congrats! Great pick-ups. I’ve been a fan of the 221 for some time.

joli160 · 5 October 2018, 09:27 PM

Huge congrats, love that 305

:thumbs:

Bit surprised to see that somebody like you who owns PP and ALS watches decided to go for a GS in Ti no less. Hope you can elaborate once on how this watch wears ultimately compared to other fine time pieces.
Enjoy your GS's

Locust · 5 October 2018, 10:13 PM

Congrats Ken!!!

HL65 · 5 October 2018, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Syed117

Awesome!

Congrats and welcome to the club :)

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

The pictures aren’t working for me. :-(((

But, I looked up the references, knowing they would be good. ;-)

Many congrats! Great pick-ups. I’ve been a fan of the 221 for some time.

Thanks Cru not sure why pics aren't working this a.m. but appears to be an issue w PB this morning.

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Originally Posted by joli160

Huge congrats, love that 305

:thumbs:

Bit surprised to see that somebody like you who owns PP and ALS watches decided to go for a GS in Ti no less. Hope you can elaborate once on how this watch wears ultimately compared to other fine time pieces.
Enjoy your GS's

It wears and looks amazing and I can say for the money the most bang for the buck. Hand made, polished, in-huse, details and finishing etc. It is right up there with the very best and major difference is the name on the dial and where made.

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Originally Posted by Locust

Congrats Ken!!!

Thanks Mike!

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

The pictures aren’t working for me. :-(((

But, I looked up the references, knowing they would be good. ;-)

Many congrats! Great pick-ups. I’ve been a fan of the 221 for some time.

Well PB still not working so added them as attachment. Thanks for heads up!

Cru Jones · 6 October 2018, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Well PB still not working so added them as attachment. Thanks for heads up!

GORGEOUS. I can see why couldn't decide. Very nice!

capote · 6 October 2018, 01:36 AM

Awesome duo!

superstarmar · 6 October 2018, 01:37 AM

Big Congrats Ken on a beautiful pair !!!
The 305 looks absolutely stunning !!!
Wear and enjoy them both in good health ...

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

GORGEOUS. I can see why couldn't decide. Very nice!

Thanks my friend!

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Originally Posted by capote

Awesome duo!

Thanks Daniel!

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Originally Posted by superstarmar

Big Congrats Ken on a beautiful pair !!!
The 305 looks absolutely stunning !!!
Wear and enjoy them both in good health ...

Thanks Mario!

tyler1980 · 6 October 2018, 03:18 AM

awesome, congrats

I really need a GS

mbalmz · 6 October 2018, 03:20 AM

congrats! i have a 221 and absolutely love it—might be my favorite watch, and it’s strap versatility is a nice bonus i find. unbelievably great watch for the money. may have to look into the 305 now as you make it look pretty great.

221 on an olive green strap today:

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

harvey · 6 October 2018, 03:25 AM

Hey Ken with this thread, I can see more people taking Grand Seiko’s more seriously!

Congratulations on the new additions!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

oldman2005 · 6 October 2018, 03:50 AM

Wow! Beautiful set of watches! Congrats!

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

awesome, congrats

I really need a GS

Tyler they are really nice and as for value wow!

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Originally Posted by mbalmz

congrats! i have a 221 and absolutely love it—might be my favorite watch, and it’s strap versatility is a nice bonus i find. unbelievably great watch for the money. may have to look into the 305 now as you make it look pretty great.

221 on an olive green strap today:

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Very nice Marc! I had my eye on this since I first saw it!

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Originally Posted by harvey

Hey Ken with this thread, I can see more people taking Grand Seiko’s more seriously!

Congratulations on the new additions!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks Harvey and very impressed with the brand!

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Originally Posted by oldman2005

Wow! Beautiful set of watches! Congrats!

Thanks!

111forza · 6 October 2018, 04:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

Hey Ken with this thread, I can see more people taking Grand Seiko’s more seriously!

Congratulations on the new additions!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

And rightly so

I’m sure when anyone new to GS takes a serious look at the brand/history and quality you’re getting they’ll sure understand the attraction.

CoveWatch · 6 October 2018, 04:58 AM

Congratulations on two great looking pieces Ken! Lately I’ve been taking a hard look at GS as well, and I can say for a fact that your recent pictures of them on Instagram certainly don’t help my watch addiction

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 111forza

And rightly so

I’m sure when anyone new to GS takes a serious look at the brand/history and quality you’re getting they’ll sure understand the attraction.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoveWatch

Congratulations on two great looking pieces Ken! Lately I’ve been taking a hard look at GS as well, and I can say for a fact that your recent pictures of them on Instagram certainly don’t help my watch addiction

Thanks Pete and highly recommend you do!

ragsk · 6 October 2018, 05:21 AM

The more I look at pics of the SBGM221 the more I love it. So fantastically gorgeous. Love the look of the cream dial with the highly polished hours markers and hands !

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

The more I look at pics of the SBGM221 the more I love it. So fantastically gorgeous. Love the look of the cream dial with the highly polished hours markers and hands !

It's a hot one for sure!

Travelller · 6 October 2018, 10:18 AM

Congrats!!!

Both are beautiful pieces and the SBGR305 would really fit in my collection nicely...

Enjoy them both

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joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,352	Huge congrats, love that 305 :thumbs: Bit surprised to see that somebody like you who owns PP and ALS watches decided to go for a GS in Ti no less. Hope you can elaborate once on how this watch wears ultimately compared to other fine time pieces. Enjoy your GS's __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

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tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	awesome, congrats I really need a GS __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

6 October 2018, 03:20 AM	#51
mbalmz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: marc Location: nyc Posts: 1,354	congrats! i have a 221 and absolutely love it—might be my favorite watch, and it’s strap versatility is a nice bonus i find. unbelievably great watch for the money. may have to look into the 305 now as you make it look pretty great. 221 on an olive green strap today: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ _______________ ___________ _______ ___ instagram: @brooklynwatchguy

5 October 2018, 10:00 AM	#31
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,719	Welcome to the Club, Ken. SBGR305 and SBGM221 have been my first GS and I echo everything that you‘ve said about them! Enjoy them, my friend

5 October 2018, 11:59 AM	#32
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,618	What a lovely pair, and congrats for adding them! I personally find the 305's dial breathtaking!

5 October 2018, 12:16 PM	#33
rjd1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: CT, USA Watch: Can't pick just 1 Posts: 315	Can't believe the timeliness of this post for me, just tried my first GS's on today and am hooked. I have a lot to learn on this product line and am starting my research to add to the collection. Congrats!

5 October 2018, 01:14 PM	#34
tom2517 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Asia & US Posts: 1,550	Congrats on the GS.

5 October 2018, 04:06 PM	#36
City74 Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Bradley Location: Virginia Watch: Speedy Reduced Posts: 727	Nice pair! I have had my eye on GS for awhile just haven’t found the “one” for me yet. I have heard many people say the fit and finish of these is on par with watches more expensive and it seems you agree. Congrats and wear in good health

5 October 2018, 05:40 PM	#38
blcblc "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Somewhere Posts: 2,281	Congrats Ken! Try to look into vintage seiko as well . Pretty interesting watches

5 October 2018, 09:21 PM	#41
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,492	The pictures aren’t working for me. :-((( But, I looked up the references, knowing they would be good. ;-) Many congrats! Great pick-ups. I’ve been a fan of the 221 for some time.

5 October 2018, 10:13 PM	#43
Locust "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Usa Watch: All Posts: 1,411	Congrats Ken!!!

6 October 2018, 01:36 AM	#47
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Awesome duo!

6 October 2018, 01:37 AM	#48
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	Big Congrats Ken on a beautiful pair !!! The 305 looks absolutely stunning !!! Wear and enjoy them both in good health ...

6 October 2018, 03:25 AM	#52
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,373	Hey Ken with this thread, I can see more people taking Grand Seiko’s more seriously! Congratulations on the new additions! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

6 October 2018, 03:50 AM	#53
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Wow! Beautiful set of watches! Congrats!

6 October 2018, 04:58 AM	#56
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	Congratulations on two great looking pieces Ken! Lately I’ve been taking a hard look at GS as well, and I can say for a fact that your recent pictures of them on Instagram certainly don’t help my watch addiction

6 October 2018, 05:21 AM	#58
ragsk Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 1,505	The more I look at pics of the SBGM221 the more I love it. So fantastically gorgeous. Love the look of the cream dial with the highly polished hours markers and hands !

6 October 2018, 10:18 AM	#60
Travelller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: VIE Watch: my sig. ;) Posts: 3,064	Congrats!!! Both are beautiful pieces and the SBGR305 would really fit in my collection nicely... Enjoy them both __________________ Traveller - Genève * Melbourne * Miami * Wien Breitling AVI 765r Navitimer 806r Omega 3572.50 SM300MC Speedy Tuesday Caliber 321 Panerai 111 217 233 Rolex 16600 126600 Seiko SBGA125 SBDX001 SLA017 SLA025 SLA033 Tudor 5B GMT Zénith A386ME Other Mühle Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger Chronoswiss Tora

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