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vesnyder · 6 May 2021, 08:14 AM

Just received a Grand Seiko today, SBGW235. My first GS. Long time Rolex guy but got frustrated with the current situation. Was looking at something to complement my Rolex and Omega sport watches with something simple and smaller. Was looking at the Rolex Oyster perpetual but was not ready to wait years or pay the gray market prices. Found the SBGW235 and fell in love with it. It had the basic look on a stainless bracelet that I could easily swap with a leather band (similar to the SGBW231) and the size I was looking for (37.5mm) with the quality of a Grand Seiko. Unfortunately this watch is only sold in Japan which made it a challenge to find. Fortunately I found a great AD in Tokyo for a reasonable price that helped me navigate the customs and duties of buying overseas. The watch arrived in 5 days - with a customs delay - and I love it.

Whineboy · 6 May 2021, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by vesnyder

Just received a Grand Seiko today, SBGW235. My first GS. Long time Rolex guy but got frustrated with the current situation. Was looking at something to complement my Rolex and Omega sport watches with something simple and smaller. Was looking at the Rolex Oyster perpetual but was not ready to wait years or pay the gray market prices. Found the SBGW235 and fell in love with it. It had the basic look on a stainless bracelet that I could easily swap with a leather band (similar to the SGBW231) and the size I was looking for (37.5mm) with the quality of a Grand Seiko. Unfortunately this watch is only sold in Japan which made it a challenge to find. Fortunately I found a great AD in Tokyo for a reasonable price that helped me navigate the customs and duties of buying overseas. The watch arrived in 5 days - with a customs delay - and I love it.

Wonderful choice, though I’m biased. Mine came from an AD in western Japan in 2016. Most comfortable bracelet I’ve worn.

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mgsooner · 6 May 2021, 08:33 AM

Beautiful. I've considered one of these myself and it may be a future replacement for my SARX. Congrats!

PBJ1925 · 6 May 2021, 09:35 AM

Congrats, that blue second hand really pops.

vesnyder · 6 May 2021, 10:03 AM

The bracelet is one of the most comfortable I own and I also love the fact that it is a manual wind with a 72 hour reserve. This is a classic piece.

vesnyder · 6 May 2021, 10:12 AM

Whineboy - How different was the watch in 2016? I see the logo has changed slightly. Does it have the see-through back? How about the movement?

1William · 6 May 2021, 08:36 PM

Congratulations.

Cru Jones · 6 May 2021, 08:46 PM

Very nice, congratulations.

Whineboy · 7 May 2021, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by vesnyder

Whineboy - How different was the watch in 2016? I see the logo has changed slightly. Does it have the see-through back? How about the movement?

Same 9S64 movement, same see-through case back as yours. I believe the only difference is the branding. Some prefer the balance of the W035, others prefer the cleaner look of the W235.

If I recall, the predecessor to the W235 was the W005, which had the older 9S54 movement.

It's a marvelous watch, so balanced, restrained and comfortable. I think you made a marvelous choice.

jatco · 7 May 2021, 03:12 AM

Great looking watch...
Congrats

waspy1 · 7 May 2021, 04:22 PM

I love this piece. I have the earlier SBGW005. The difference on the dial is that the Grand Seiko logo is applied rather than printed.

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Soarer · 9 May 2021, 03:22 PM

Congrats...what a beautiful piece! I have been considering a GS for a long time now.

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Urosfan · 15 May 2021, 02:31 AM

Congrats

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Little machines · 24 May 2021, 08:22 AM

Congratulations!

coleburns · 17 April 2022, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by vesnyder

Just received a Grand Seiko today, SBGW235. My first GS. Long time Rolex guy but got frustrated with the current situation. Was looking at something to complement my Rolex and Omega sport watches with something simple and smaller. Was looking at the Rolex Oyster perpetual but was not ready to wait years or pay the gray market prices. Found the SBGW235 and fell in love with it. It had the basic look on a stainless bracelet that I could easily swap with a leather band (similar to the SGBW231) and the size I was looking for (37.5mm) with the quality of a Grand Seiko. Unfortunately this watch is only sold in Japan which made it a challenge to find. Fortunately I found a great AD in Tokyo for a reasonable price that helped me navigate the customs and duties of buying overseas. The watch arrived in 5 days - with a customs delay - and I love it.

Do you mind sharing details of the AD, i am also interested in getting one. Thanks

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Jackie Daytona · 18 April 2022, 04:35 AM

Beautiful watch. Congratulations!

6 May 2021, 08:33 AM	#3
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,906	Beautiful. I've considered one of these myself and it may be a future replacement for my SARX. Congrats! __________________ \|Rolex Submariner 114060\|Rolex Datejust 126234 silver dial\| \|Tudor Heritage Chrono 70330B\| \|Grand Seiko SBGT021 day-date quartz\|

7 May 2021, 03:12 AM	#10
jatco 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Thomas Location: YVR Watch: 116233/79190 Posts: 47,768	Great looking watch... Congrats __________________ . . ' A Crown for every achievement '

9 May 2021, 03:22 PM	#12
Soarer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Albert Location: Toronto Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 1,075	Congrats...what a beautiful piece! I have been considering a GS for a long time now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ What you gotta do, you gotta do!

18 April 2022, 04:35 AM	#16
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 5,799	Beautiful watch. Congratulations! __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 116400GV \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

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6 May 2021, 09:35 AM	#4
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,256	Congrats, that blue second hand really pops.

6 May 2021, 10:03 AM	#5
vesnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Vance Location: North Coast Watch: GMT II Posts: 1,438	The bracelet is one of the most comfortable I own and I also love the fact that it is a manual wind with a 72 hour reserve. This is a classic piece.

6 May 2021, 10:12 AM	#6
vesnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Vance Location: North Coast Watch: GMT II Posts: 1,438	Whineboy - How different was the watch in 2016? I see the logo has changed slightly. Does it have the see-through back? How about the movement?

6 May 2021, 08:36 PM	#7
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,652	Congratulations.

6 May 2021, 08:46 PM	#8
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,472	Very nice, congratulations.

7 May 2021, 04:22 PM	#11
waspy1 Banned Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jeff Location: Home! Posts: 1,259	I love this piece. I have the earlier SBGW005. The difference on the dial is that the Grand Seiko logo is applied rather than printed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 May 2021, 02:31 AM	#13
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 May 2021, 08:22 AM	#14
Little machines "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Joseph Location: USA Posts: 2,460	Congratulations!

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