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FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 04:36 AM

Hi guys,

I'm looking to get a Seiko Grand as a daily wearer.

I literally know nothing about them.

I like the clean look of the Elegance cream dials.

I see some advertised as 'mechanical' - can someone please explain how they work for me?

Sorry if I'm being dumb (or dumber than normal.)

Thanks in advance.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 04:44 AM

OK... it appears the model I like is the SBGR261 - all have 'Automatic' on the dial - but some are advertised as 'mechanical'. It's confusing me.

Off to 'google'* it all.

*other search engines are available.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 04:46 AM

Seiko's own site says...

"This watch expresses the classic style of models with mechanical Caliber 9S67 movements, preserving the design in every way while excluding the power reserve indicator and packing a Caliber 9S65 movement, instead.
The watch has a 3-day power reserve and combines the latest in hairspring technology with an escapement developed through the MEMS technology to achieve high accuracy and stability when worn.
The design embodies a pure classical elegance with box-shaped sapphire crystal glass, Zaratsu polished lugs, a brown leather strap, and a blue steel 24-hour hand complementing a silver dial."

So, it's a 'winder' that lasts 3 days or so?

RolexBHR · 29 April 2021, 05:29 AM

Its an automatic mechanical movement watch. So it has a rotor, it will self wind when you wear it, no need to wind it other than the first time if you continue wearing.

Beautiful watch and a nice option.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by RolexBHR

Its an automatic mechanical movement watch. So it has a rotor, it will self wind when you wear it, no need to wind it other than the first time if you continue wearing.

Beautiful watch and a nice option.

Thank you.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 06:51 PM

I changed my mind... I just bought a 55th Anniversary SBGH037.

RolexBHR · 29 April 2021, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

I changed my mind... I just bought a 55th Anniversary SBGH037.

Congrats, very nice looking GS.

FrenchBigCrown · 29 April 2021, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by RolexBHR

Congrats, very nice looking GS.

Thank you.

ppfl · 29 April 2021, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

I changed my mind... I just bought a 55th Anniversary SBGH037.

From knowing literally nothing about Grand Seiko, to copping a really good reference within 24 hours?

Very impressive!

FrenchBigCrown · 30 April 2021, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ppfl

From knowing literally nothing about Grand Seiko, to copping a really good reference within 24 hours?

Very impressive!

Merci!

ppfl · 30 April 2021, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

Merci!

more photos s'il vous plait!

Knappo 1307 · 30 April 2021, 04:13 AM

Please, show us a wrist shot...

Knappo 1307 · 30 April 2021, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

Hi guys,

I'm looking to get a Seiko Grand as a daily wearer.

I literally know nothing about them.

I like the clean look of the Elegance cream dials.

I see some advertised as 'mechanical' - can someone please explain how they work for me?

Sorry if I'm being dumb (or dumber than normal.)

Thanks in advance.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

OK... it appears the model I like is the SBGR261 - all have 'Automatic' on the dial - but some are advertised as 'mechanical'. It's confusing me.

Off to 'google'* it all.

*other search engines are available.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

Seiko's own site says...

"This watch expresses the classic style of models with mechanical Caliber 9S67 movements, preserving the design in every way while excluding the power reserve indicator and packing a Caliber 9S65 movement, instead.
The watch has a 3-day power reserve and combines the latest in hairspring technology with an escapement developed through the MEMS technology to achieve high accuracy and stability when worn.
The design embodies a pure classical elegance with box-shaped sapphire crystal glass, Zaratsu polished lugs, a brown leather strap, and a blue steel 24-hour hand complementing a silver dial."

So, it's a 'winder' that lasts 3 days or so?

Now, I'm a bit confused?

You are the OP of this thread: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=747956, but ask what the difference between a "mechanical" and "automatic" watch are?? Sorry, just bit confused...

FrenchBigCrown · 30 April 2021, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

Now, I'm a bit confused?

You are the OP of this thread: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=747956, but ask what the difference between a "mechanical" and "automatic" watch are?? Sorry, just bit confused...

Apologies for the confusion - I was just checking that the GS 'automatics' were actually 'self-winding', rather than a 'quartz' watch.

When I asked the question, I wasn't up to speed on GS watches - I've spent two days learning - and bought two 'Anniversary' models.

Again, sorry if I confused anyone.

FrenchBigCrown · 30 April 2021, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

Please, show us a wrist shot...

I need to remove a link first - I'll sort this over the weekend.

pandrew6l · 1 May 2021, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

Apologies for the confusion - I was just checking that the GS 'automatics' were actually 'self-winding', rather than a 'quartz' watch.

When I asked the question, I wasn't up to speed on GS watches - I've spent two days learning - and bought two 'Anniversary' models.

Again, sorry if I confused anyone.

Congratulations, bought two models in two days, you are catching up fast

Knappo 1307 · 1 May 2021, 01:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

Apologies for the confusion - I was just checking that the GS 'automatics' were actually 'self-winding', rather than a 'quartz' watch.

When I asked the question, I wasn't up to speed on GS watches - I've spent two days learning - and bought two 'Anniversary' models.

Again, sorry if I confused anyone.

No apology needed, just saw your beautiful collection and thought you would know the difference between mechanical (hand wound), automatic, and quartz. Your pieces you have now are heavy hitters. Congrats on your purchases, look forward to seeing them.

FrenchBigCrown · 1 May 2021, 02:24 AM

I just bought this from Chrono24... I won't get it until next week.

FrenchBigCrown · 1 May 2021, 09:13 PM

ppfl · 2 May 2021, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by FrenchBigCrown

both excellent choices, monsieur.

FrenchBigCrown · 2 May 2021, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ppfl

both excellent choices, monsieur.

Merci.

mongrelnomoad · 3 May 2021, 12:09 AM

The first watch you bought is quite special as it is not only automatic (mechanical, but powered by the movement of your wrist) but is also Hi-Beat. This means it beats at 36,000 beats per hour - far quicker than most mechanical watches on the market. You will notice this from the unusually smooth sweep of the second hand, and the sound of the movement when you put it to your ear. It’s like a gattling gun!

The second has a GMT hand which will let you set and read a second (home) time zone. The whirlpool pattern has the famous ‘Daini thunderbolt’ on it. The hallowed Daini factory was the “second” Seiko plant - the one that designed and built the mechanical hi-beat movements of the 1960s that were so precise that the Swiss had to abruptly cancel the observatory trials to stop Seiko sweeping the awards.

Congrats and enjoy your fabulous watches!

(4580-7010. Not my image, unfortunately. Note the Daini thunderbolt at 6 o'clock.)

Rollieo · 5 May 2021, 12:36 PM

Haha you’re a baller, buying two anniversary pieces so quickly. Both sweet pieces.

Would highly recommend a Spring Drive piece. Look into the technology, it’s incredible. This video does a really nice job explaining it https://youtu.be/jVoRoK1u3Dg

29 April 2021, 04:36 AM	#1
FrenchBigCrown "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: France Posts: 1,076	New to GS Hi guys, I'm looking to get a Seiko Grand as a daily wearer. I literally know nothing about them. I like the clean look of the Elegance cream dials. I see some advertised as 'mechanical' - can someone please explain how they work for me? Sorry if I'm being dumb (or dumber than normal.) Thanks in advance.

29 April 2021, 04:44 AM	#2
FrenchBigCrown "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: France Posts: 1,076	OK... it appears the model I like is the SBGR261 - all have 'Automatic' on the dial - but some are advertised as 'mechanical'. It's confusing me. Off to 'google'* it all. *other search engines are available.

29 April 2021, 04:46 AM	#3
FrenchBigCrown "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: France Posts: 1,076	Seiko's own site says... "This watch expresses the classic style of models with mechanical Caliber 9S67 movements, preserving the design in every way while excluding the power reserve indicator and packing a Caliber 9S65 movement, instead. The watch has a 3-day power reserve and combines the latest in hairspring technology with an escapement developed through the MEMS technology to achieve high accuracy and stability when worn. The design embodies a pure classical elegance with box-shaped sapphire crystal glass, Zaratsu polished lugs, a brown leather strap, and a blue steel 24-hour hand complementing a silver dial." So, it's a 'winder' that lasts 3 days or so?

29 April 2021, 05:29 AM	#4
RolexBHR "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Dr. Osama Location: Jeddah Watch: AP RO Posts: 305	Its an automatic mechanical movement watch. So it has a rotor, it will self wind when you wear it, no need to wind it other than the first time if you continue wearing. Beautiful watch and a nice option.

30 April 2021, 04:13 AM	#12
Knappo 1307 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,557	Please, show us a wrist shot...

3 May 2021, 12:09 AM	#22
mongrelnomoad 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Here and there... Posts: 1,847	The first watch you bought is quite special as it is not only automatic (mechanical, but powered by the movement of your wrist) but is also Hi-Beat. This means it beats at 36,000 beats per hour - far quicker than most mechanical watches on the market. You will notice this from the unusually smooth sweep of the second hand, and the sound of the movement when you put it to your ear. It’s like a gattling gun! The second has a GMT hand which will let you set and read a second (home) time zone. The whirlpool pattern has the famous ‘Daini thunderbolt’ on it. The hallowed Daini factory was the “second” Seiko plant - the one that designed and built the mechanical hi-beat movements of the 1960s that were so precise that the Swiss had to abruptly cancel the observatory trials to stop Seiko sweeping the awards. Congrats and enjoy your fabulous watches! (4580-7010. Not my image, unfortunately. Note the Daini thunderbolt at 6 o'clock.)

5 May 2021, 12:36 PM	#23
Rollieo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,015	Haha you’re a baller, buying two anniversary pieces so quickly. Both sweet pieces. Would highly recommend a Spring Drive piece. Look into the technology, it’s incredible. This video does a really nice job explaining it https://youtu.be/jVoRoK1u3Dg

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