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Cru Jones · 26 August 2019, 08:55 AM

Is there a better word than “incoming”?

No, I don’t think so!

But first, a “goodbye” to a watch that had to leave to make way for this incoming....Switching from GP to GS, but keeping the dial silver.

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Cru Jones · 26 August 2019, 09:04 AM

SBGE249.

It’s everything I’ve always wanted in a GS, and when I saw it, everything went “click” and I knew I had to make it happen.

* Spring Drive
* PR indicator
* blue hands
* nature dial (blizzard is perfect for a skier)
* SS (color, weight)
* GMT

I still need to get it sized, and will give better impressions later, but, first feelings are “wow it’s perfect for me”.

Many thanks to Timeless for being really great throughout the process, getting it to me ASAP and even including some GS swag.

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nick c · 26 August 2019, 09:15 AM

Wow, very nice GS congratulations my friend well done.

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nan7yo · 26 August 2019, 10:28 AM

Congratulations! The best GS launched for US market!

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cajunron · 26 August 2019, 10:29 AM

Congrats, Cru. It's beautiful. Wear in good health.

Old Expat Beast · 26 August 2019, 10:35 AM

Congratulations

imperio · 26 August 2019, 10:46 AM

Congratulation!

Calogero1 · 26 August 2019, 10:49 AM

Congrats...great looking watch!

Laszlo · 26 August 2019, 11:27 AM

Superb! Congrats.

Txkill · 26 August 2019, 11:37 AM

Congrats Cru! Mine is here to keep yours company! What number did you get? I got 077/250.

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mgsooner · 26 August 2019, 11:50 AM

Fantastic, these are stunners. Congrats!

AJM914 · 26 August 2019, 12:16 PM

Congrats looks great!

brandrea · 26 August 2019, 12:21 PM

That’s a beauty, just look at that dial

Congratulations brother, I’m happy for you

Gharddog03 · 26 August 2019, 01:15 PM

Stunner!!!! Congrats!!

1William · 26 August 2019, 08:28 PM

Congratulations.

Cru Jones · 26 August 2019, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by nick c

Wow, very nice GS congratulations my friend well done.

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Originally Posted by nan7yo

Congratulations! The best GS launched for US market!

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Originally Posted by cajunron

Congrats, Cru. It's beautiful. Wear in good health.

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Congratulations

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Originally Posted by imperio

Congratulation!

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Originally Posted by Calogero1

Congrats...great looking watch!

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Originally Posted by Laszlo

Superb! Congrats.

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Originally Posted by Txkill

Congrats Cru! Mine is here to keep yours company! What number did you get? I got 077/250.

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Originally Posted by mgsooner

Fantastic, these are stunners. Congrats!

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Originally Posted by AJM914

Congrats looks great!

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Originally Posted by brandrea

That’s a beauty, just look at that dial

Congratulations brother, I’m happy for you

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Originally Posted by Gharddog03

Stunner!!!! Congrats!!

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Originally Posted by 1William

Congratulations.

Many thanks, all!

Initial reactions include being mesmerized by the gliding Spring Drive hand and really liking the silky smooth bracelet.

muscledroid · 29 August 2019, 01:02 PM

Excellent choice! I would consider this model too if only my local AD didn't have a SBGJ201 sitting in the display case for me to buy.

Cru Jones · 29 August 2019, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by muscledroid

Excellent choice! I would consider this model too if only my local AD didn't have a SBGJ201 sitting in the display case for me to buy.

For me, when comparing with the SBGJ201, I was drawn to the SBGE249’s Spring Drive, blizzard dial, blue hands and brushed lugs, but I can definitely see the reasons to choose the SBGJ201 (also a great GS movement, superb polishing, crisp dial).

Good luck with your choice.

Rolex Essex · 29 August 2019, 06:52 PM

Absolutely stunning.
Congratulations!

Cru Jones · 29 August 2019, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Essex

Absolutely stunning.
Congratulations!

Many thanks.

I had the chance today to read the instructions and play with the GMT function. So far, I couldn’t be happier with this one.

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Cru Jones · 31 August 2019, 01:44 AM

A quick visit to the Paris boutique, where a nice set of blue was on display......

..... and it’s on my wrist.

It wears great. Perhaps a micro-adjustment would be nice, but, the very thin clasp is a refreshing change of pace from the Glidelock and fits the more elegant feel of the GS.

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Watcheroo · 1 September 2019, 03:18 PM

Great looking watch and a nice upgrade from the GP! Congrats!

jag32 · 2 September 2019, 06:04 AM

Amazing

Is this the snowflake? I didn’t know about the SBGE249 I thought the snowflake was the SBGE211

JR16 · 2 September 2019, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by jag32

Amazing

Is this the snowflake? I didn’t know about the SBGE249 I thought the snowflake was the SBGE211

Correct- snowflake is 211. 249 is more of a “blizzard” dial and a GMT

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jcarm981 · 2 September 2019, 12:17 PM

That 249 is stunning. Congrats love it!!

Cru Jones · 2 September 2019, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Watcheroo

Great looking watch and a nice upgrade from the GP! Congrats!

I'm really enjoying it, thank you. I'm not sure if the watch is an "upgrade" from my GP, as GP has an amazing history and superb finishing. But, the best/most interesting GPs are far beyond my reach, so I'm very happy with the switch to the SBGE249, which does not feel like a compromise at all.

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Originally Posted by jag32

Amazing

Is this the snowflake? I didn’t know about the SBGE249 I thought the snowflake was the SBGE211

As mentioned in a reply above, no, the "snowflake" is quite a different watch, with only the Spring Drive and date function being in common.

The "snowflake" is a regular production model for many years in titanium with time/date only. The dial has the look of Japanese parchment.

The "silver blizzard" is an LE of 250 released in August 2019 in stainless steel with GMT function. The dial is meant to symbolize a blizzard outside of a GS workshop in Japan.

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Originally Posted by jcarm981

That 249 is stunning. Congrats love it!!

Many thanks.

PanosI · 2 September 2019, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

A quick visit to the Paris boutique, where a nice set of blue was on display......

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..... and it’s on my wrist.

It wears great. Perhaps a micro-adjustment would be nice, but, the very thin clasp is a refreshing change of pace from the Glidelock and fits the more elegant feel of the GS.

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WOW ! Big Congrats my friend Cru on that stunning GS

She screams quality in every angle seen and looks perfect on your wrist.

Grand Seikos’s are in my radar a long time now and it’s a matter of time to make the move. Unfortunately we don’t have a Seiko boutique here in order to see the GS’s in real life, something that would help me with my final choice.

Enjoy the beauty in the best of health!

Cru Jones · 2 September 2019, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by PanosI

WOW ! Big Congrats my friend Cru on that stunning GS

She screams quality in every angle seen and looks perfect on your wrist.

Grand Seikos’s are in my radar a long time now and it’s a matter of time to make the move. Unfortunately we don’t have a Seiko boutique here in order to see the GS’s in real life, something that would help me with my final choice.

Enjoy the beauty in the best of health!

Many thanks my friend, much appreciated!

I hope you have a chance to see some Grand Seikos in real life soon - https://www.grand-seiko.com/global-en/stores. There are many beautiful models with interesting movements. The craftsmanship is really great.

I always knew I wanted a Spring Drive, but I preferred SS to the "snowflake"'s titanium, so, when this LE was announced, I knew it would be perfect for me. In fact, I got the same "feeling" like with my LVc many years ago, so, I knew I would be fine ordering it sight unseen.

Here's a photo from today...As with everything else on the watch, I am a fan of the date font. :-)

PanosI · 2 September 2019, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Many thanks my friend, much appreciated!

I hope you have a chance to see some Grand Seikos in real life soon - https://www.grand-seiko.com/global-en/stores. There are many beautiful models with interesting movements. The craftsmanship is really great.

I always knew I wanted a Spring Drive, but I preferred SS to the "snowflake"'s titanium, so, when this LE was announced, I knew it would be perfect for me. In fact, I got the same "feeling" like with my LVc many years ago, so, I knew I would be fine ordering it sight unseen.

Here's a photo from today...As with everything else on the watch, I am a fan of the date font. :-)

Man, she looks GOOOOOOD !!!

I really like the 41mm heft and the wrist presence. Only happy hours to show you !

ap1 · 2 September 2019, 11:31 PM

Looks awesome, enjoy! I’m expecting it shortly too

26 August 2019, 08:55 AM	#1
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,475	Incoming SBGE249. :-) Is there a better word than “incoming”? No, I don’t think so! But first, a “goodbye” to a watch that had to leave to make way for this incoming....Switching from GP to GS, but keeping the dial silver. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 10:28 AM	#4
nan7yo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: APAC Posts: 1,033	Incoming SBGE249. :-) Congratulations! The best GS launched for US market! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 10:29 AM	#5
cajunron 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ronnie Location: Southeastern USA Watch: Omega Seamaster PO Posts: 3,852	Congrats, Cru. It's beautiful. Wear in good health. __________________

26 August 2019, 10:35 AM	#6
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Hong Kong Watch: SEIKO Posts: 28,356	Congratulations __________________ _______________________

26 August 2019, 10:46 AM	#7
imperio "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: this space Posts: 1,867	Congratulation! __________________

26 August 2019, 09:04 AM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,475	SBGE249. It’s everything I’ve always wanted in a GS, and when I saw it, everything went “click” and I knew I had to make it happen. * Spring Drive * PR indicator * blue hands * nature dial (blizzard is perfect for a skier) * SS (color, weight) * GMT I still need to get it sized, and will give better impressions later, but, first feelings are “wow it’s perfect for me”. Many thanks to Timeless for being really great throughout the process, getting it to me ASAP and even including some GS swag. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 09:15 AM	#3
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Wow, very nice GS congratulations my friend well done. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 10:49 AM	#8
Calogero1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 102	Congrats...great looking watch!

26 August 2019, 11:27 AM	#9
Laszlo 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,848	Superb! Congrats. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

26 August 2019, 11:37 AM	#10
Txkill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Joseph Location: Rockwall TX Watch: Lots Posts: 1,223	Congrats Cru! Mine is here to keep yours company! What number did you get? I got 077/250. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2019, 11:50 AM	#11
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,906	Fantastic, these are stunners. Congrats!

26 August 2019, 12:16 PM	#12
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Congrats looks great! __________________

26 August 2019, 12:21 PM	#13
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,585	That’s a beauty, just look at that dial Congratulations brother, I’m happy for you

26 August 2019, 01:15 PM	#14
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Stunner!!!! Congrats!!

26 August 2019, 08:28 PM	#15
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,671	Congratulations.

29 August 2019, 01:02 PM	#17
muscledroid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 19	Excellent choice! I would consider this model too if only my local AD didn't have a SBGJ201 sitting in the display case for me to buy.

29 August 2019, 06:52 PM	#19
Rolex Essex "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Colchester, UK Watch: Daytona, DJ & Sub Posts: 1,612	Absolutely stunning. Congratulations!

31 August 2019, 01:44 AM	#21
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,475	A quick visit to the Paris boutique, where a nice set of blue was on display...... ..... and it’s on my wrist. It wears great. Perhaps a micro-adjustment would be nice, but, the very thin clasp is a refreshing change of pace from the Glidelock and fits the more elegant feel of the GS. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 September 2019, 03:18 PM	#22
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: CT Posts: 3,912	Great looking watch and a nice upgrade from the GP! Congrats!

2 September 2019, 06:04 AM	#23
jag32 Banned Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: DC Watch: PP/AP/BP/UN Posts: 1,015	Amazing Is this the snowflake? I didn’t know about the SBGE249 I thought the snowflake was the SBGE211

2 September 2019, 12:17 PM	#25
jcarm981 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Watch: Patek 5167 Posts: 709	That 249 is stunning. Congrats love it!!

2 September 2019, 11:31 PM	#30
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,034	Looks awesome, enjoy! I’m expecting it shortly too

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