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cdm765 · 17 August 2018, 01:35 AM

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I have been collecting for quite some time and was recently struck by the GS curse. I just added a Snowflake to the collection and am absolutely blown away by the quality of the piece. Textured dial, smooth sweeping hand, razor sharp polishing on the hands and applied indicies. I am now falling in love with many of the pieces (the high beat GMT Peacock, the cream dial GMT SBGM221, the high beat texture blue dial SBGH267,...). Am I the only one with GS model numbers running through my head? What are some of the favorites on here?

Has anyone else had this realization? I am struggling a bit to not want to unload a number of Swiss pieces! I am currently at a 3 watch rotation with a Speedmaster, Submariner, and Snowflake. Wish me luck in keeping it this small

GB-man · 17 August 2018, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by cdm765

Forum,

I have been collecting for quite some time and was recently struck by the GS curse. I just added a Snowflake to the collection and am absolutely blown away by the quality of the piece. Textured dial, smooth sweeping hand, razor sharp polishing on the hands and applied indicies. I am now falling in love with many of the pieces (the high beat GMT Peacock, the cream dial GMT SBGM221, the high beat texture blue dial SBGH267,...). Am I the only one with GS model numbers running through my head? What are some of the favorites on here?

Has anyone else had this realization? I am struggling a bit to not want to unload a number of Swiss pieces! I am currently at a 3 watch rotation with a Speedmaster, Submariner, and Snowflake. Wish me luck in keeping it this small

Anyone with an eye for fine craftsmanship and finishing would be hard pressed to put any watch against a grand Seiko dollar for dollar. If we are talking major brands I think you need to spend upwards to 20k to get the dial work even close.

The only reason I don’t own a bunch of grand Seikos is I’m a sucker for iconic designs and sports watches. While some GS designs may be iconic in the east, I didn’t grow up eyeing them in the mall jewelry store case.

I sincerely hope some day GS offers a finely finished diver in a 40mm case with an automatic.

Takonwong · 17 August 2018, 01:54 AM

I know what you mean. The sheer quality and value of them and Seiko in general have made me question buying other brands. I find myself going to the Snowflake when I want something more refined and the Seiko Divers when something casual so much so my other watches haven't been worn in awhile. I have been looking to add the GS diver and nearly pulled the trigger... Maybe at Christmas

yessir69 · 17 August 2018, 03:24 AM

Welcome to hell!!!!

SLRdude · 17 August 2018, 03:26 AM

I’ve had a few over the years, and I have two at the moment.

Welcome to the club.

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doodledoc · 17 August 2018, 03:53 AM

The bracelet is just so boring (problem with almost all except the RO, Nautilus, overseas, daydate, jubilee bracelet).

Old Expat Beast · 17 August 2018, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by cdm765

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Has anyone else had this realization? ...

I'm sure more and more people are realizing what a great brand GS is it gets more exposure on the major watch sites and Youtube channels. Both Grand Seiko and King Seiko were giving the higher-end Swiss brands a good run for their money in the late 60s - early 70s, too, and it's a sad irony that both brands fell victim to the Seiko-driven quartz revolution.

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Zman15 · 17 August 2018, 10:24 AM

Beautiful piece, Adam!

Txkill · 17 August 2018, 01:32 PM

I can’t get enough either. I have the Peacock and it never fails to excite me when I put it on.

I might get a snowflake if I happen upon it. But the current one I want is this.

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City74 · 17 August 2018, 07:27 PM

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I’ve had a few over the years, and I have two at the moment.

Welcome to the club.

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That GMT is plain stunning!!!

Old Expat Beast · 17 August 2018, 07:33 PM

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Beautiful piece, Adam!

Thank you

Uncle-AJ · 20 August 2018, 05:23 AM

I'll add my newly acquired piece.

tom2517 · 20 August 2018, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

I'll add my newly acquired piece.

Nice!

Uncle-AJ · 20 August 2018, 08:31 PM

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Nice!

Thanks Tom.

glamorama · 21 August 2018, 04:49 PM

I'm also thinking of my next piece!

I just got a SBGR061 (post pics later) and I'm blown away by the finishing of this thing. The case is shining like nothing I've seen in steel, the polishing of the applied batons and hands is unreal.

The one big complaint I have is that GS are so thick, mine is 13,1mm and all the other automatics I've liked are something like 14mm which is just too much. There are some manual wind and spring drive models that are 11-12.5mm I believe.

The second smaller complaint I have is that the movement does not seem to be finished to such a high standard and I'm not sure it deserves a display case back.

Wish they come out with thinner versions as they realise the international market preferences.

Old Expat Beast · 21 August 2018, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by glamorama

I'm also thinking of my next piece!

I just got a SBGR061 (post pics later) and I'm blown away by the finishing of this thing. The case is shining like nothing I've seen in steel, the polishing of the applied batons and hands is unreal.

The one big complaint I have is that GS are so thick, mine is 13,1mm and all the other automatics I've liked are something like 14mm which is just too much. There are some manual wind and spring drive models that are 11-12.5mm I believe.

The second smaller complaint I have is that the movement does not seem to be finished to such a high standard and I'm not sure it deserves a display case back.

Wish they come out with thinner versions as they realise the international market preferences.

The Grand Seiko 9F quartz models are thinner, and just as well finished as the others. I think mine is 9.9mm. The 9F movements look so good they sometimes have clear casebacks on Limited Edition models.

glamorama · 21 August 2018, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

The Grand Seiko 9F quartz models are thinner, and just as well finished as the others. I think mine is 9.9mm. The 9F movements look so good they sometimes have clear casebacks on Limited Edition models.

Might have to take a look at the quartz too. Have a Swedish air force issued Seiko pilot watch so not totally against Quartz although I'd really like a Spring drive version in the dimensions you mention. The day date function is a plus.

Andad · 21 August 2018, 06:04 PM

Nice GS AJ.

Hope you are well.

Old Expat Beast · 21 August 2018, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by glamorama

Might have to take a look at the quartz too. Have a Swedish air force issued Seiko pilot watch so not totally against Quartz although I'd really like a Spring drive version in the dimensions you mention. The day date function is a plus.

This is worth reading if you haven't already: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/se...ith-caliber-9f

glamorama · 21 August 2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

This is worth reading if you haven't already: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/se...ith-caliber-9f

Thanks!

Andad · 21 August 2018, 07:46 PM

Nice GS AJ.

Hope you are well.

Uncle-AJ · 21 August 2018, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Nice GS AJ.

Hope you are well.

Thanks, I'm doing OK for an old git.

glamorama · 21 August 2018, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

The Grand Seiko 9F quartz models are thinner, and just as well finished as the others. I think mine is 9.9mm. The 9F movements look so good they sometimes have clear casebacks on Limited Edition models.

What reference do you have? Seems to be a higher level than the SBGX061. Nothing matches your configuration with day/date and 5-piece bracelet in current line-up.

Old Expat Beast · 21 August 2018, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by glamorama

What reference do you have? Seems to be a higher level than the SBGX061. Nothing matches your configuration with day/date and 5-piece bracelet in current line-up.

Mine is SBGT235, bought in Japan, where quartz Grand Seikos are said to be more popular than automatics or spring drives, and dozens of quartz GS models are available, as opposed to just a few overseas.

glamorama · 21 August 2018, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Mine is SBGT235, bought in Japan, where quartz Grand Seikos are said to be more popular than automatics or spring drives, and dozens of quartz GS models are available, as opposed to just a few overseas.

brandrea · 21 August 2018, 11:42 PM

Everytime I see posts for GS I want one.

I'd love to know form anyone who lives here in the GTA if there is a dealer who has decent inventory to look at ...

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tng11 · 22 August 2018, 12:45 AM

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Everytime I see posts for GS I want one.

I'd love to know form anyone who lives here in the GTA if there is a dealer who has decent inventory to look at ...

Bandiera Jewellers in Yorkville. Great service, and they had a Snowflake in the back last time I was there. Loved it!

brandrea · 22 August 2018, 02:06 AM

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Bandiera Jewellers in Yorkville. Great service, and they had a Snowflake in the back last time I was there. Loved it!

Thank you for the heads up Tom

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Art 1 · 22 August 2018, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Everytime I see posts for GS I want one.

I'd love to know form anyone who lives here in the GTA if there is a dealer who has decent inventory to look at ...

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Maple Jewlers in Vaughn had them.

ashbaug2 · 22 August 2018, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I'm sure more and more people are realizing what a great brand GS is it gets more exposure on the major watch sites and Youtube channels. Both Grand Seiko and King Seiko were giving the higher-end Swiss brands a good run for their money in the late 60s - early 70s, too, and it's a sad irony that both brands fell victim to the Seiko-driven quartz revolution.

My daily...

The way the light plays with the GS logo on the dial makes it almost look like the logo is suspended atop the dial instead of applied! Beautiful!

17 August 2018, 01:35 AM	#1
cdm765 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Cameron Location: Canada Watch: All of them Posts: 692	First GS experience Forum, I have been collecting for quite some time and was recently struck by the GS curse. I just added a Snowflake to the collection and am absolutely blown away by the quality of the piece. Textured dial, smooth sweeping hand, razor sharp polishing on the hands and applied indicies. I am now falling in love with many of the pieces (the high beat GMT Peacock, the cream dial GMT SBGM221, the high beat texture blue dial SBGH267,...). Am I the only one with GS model numbers running through my head? What are some of the favorites on here? Has anyone else had this realization? I am struggling a bit to not want to unload a number of Swiss pieces! I am currently at a 3 watch rotation with a Speedmaster, Submariner, and Snowflake. Wish me luck in keeping it this small

17 August 2018, 03:26 AM	#5
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	First GS experience I’ve had a few over the years, and I have two at the moment. Welcome to the club. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

20 August 2018, 05:23 AM	#12
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	I'll add my newly acquired piece. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

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Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,797	Nice GS AJ. Hope you are well. __________________ E

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Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,797	Nice GS AJ. Hope you are well. __________________ E

17 August 2018, 01:54 AM	#3
Takonwong "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: UK Posts: 404	I know what you mean. The sheer quality and value of them and Seiko in general have made me question buying other brands. I find myself going to the Snowflake when I want something more refined and the Seiko Divers when something casual so much so my other watches haven't been worn in awhile. I have been looking to add the GS diver and nearly pulled the trigger... Maybe at Christmas

17 August 2018, 03:24 AM	#4
yessir69 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Tornado Alley Posts: 3,212	Welcome to hell!!!!

17 August 2018, 03:53 AM	#6
doodledoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 26	The bracelet is just so boring (problem with almost all except the RO, Nautilus, overseas, daydate, jubilee bracelet).

17 August 2018, 10:24 AM	#8
Zman15 Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: US Posts: 294	Beautiful piece, Adam!

17 August 2018, 01:32 PM	#9
Txkill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Joseph Location: Rockwall TX Watch: Lots Posts: 1,223	I can’t get enough either. I have the Peacock and it never fails to excite me when I put it on. I might get a snowflake if I happen upon it. But the current one I want is this. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 August 2018, 04:49 PM	#15
glamorama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Dan Location: Benelux Posts: 1,919	I'm also thinking of my next piece! I just got a SBGR061 (post pics later) and I'm blown away by the finishing of this thing. The case is shining like nothing I've seen in steel, the polishing of the applied batons and hands is unreal. The one big complaint I have is that GS are so thick, mine is 13,1mm and all the other automatics I've liked are something like 14mm which is just too much. There are some manual wind and spring drive models that are 11-12.5mm I believe. The second smaller complaint I have is that the movement does not seem to be finished to such a high standard and I'm not sure it deserves a display case back. Wish they come out with thinner versions as they realise the international market preferences.

21 August 2018, 11:42 PM	#26
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,674	Everytime I see posts for GS I want one. I'd love to know form anyone who lives here in the GTA if there is a dealer who has decent inventory to look at ... Sent from my SM-G935W8 using Tapatalk

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