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Old 4 July 2020, 03:24 PM   #1
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First Incoming Grand Seiko SBGK005

I’ve been considering a GS ever since I saw the K005 on HODINKEE. Finally decided on getting it and so far does not disappoint. Now I feel like I need a loupe to truly appreciate the details of this watch.
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Old 4 July 2020, 03:50 PM   #2
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Very nice indeed, congratulations!
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Old 4 July 2020, 04:18 PM   #3
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Great choice first but not last GS I think
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Old 4 July 2020, 04:26 PM   #4
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Beauty! Great choice.
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Old 4 July 2020, 05:55 PM   #5
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Very nice especially that dial and nice an sill at 11.6mm.

Also looks good on the slate grey nubuck strap.

Don’t know why they covered the sapphire case back with their logo and I would have expected better than -1 to +10?

Does look good though.

Don’t know the price in Oz but I’m guessing 10K.
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Old 4 July 2020, 06:05 PM   #6
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Old 4 July 2020, 08:43 PM   #7
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Old 4 July 2020, 08:53 PM   #8
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Beautiful watch - congratulations. I've had one for a while now, and the dial finish is just incredible. The hands certainly put PP to shame ;)

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Old 4 July 2020, 09:19 PM   #9
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Old 4 July 2020, 10:49 PM   #10
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Old 5 July 2020, 03:01 AM   #11
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Old 5 July 2020, 03:08 AM   #12
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Old 5 July 2020, 03:21 AM   #13
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Thanks everyone! Haven’t worn it on an outing yet. For those who have the watch, how do you feel about the watch as a daily?
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Old 5 July 2020, 03:23 AM   #14
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Great choice first but not last GS I think
You’re right! I’ve started contemplating my next GS. I think I may go with a spring drive. I like the SBGY003 but maybe something else.
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Old 19 July 2020, 06:36 AM   #15
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First Incoming Grand Seiko SBGK005

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Thanks everyone! Haven’t worn it on an outing yet. For those who have the watch, how do you feel about the watch as a daily?

I don’t own this watch. I aspire to it.

You were inspired by HODINKEE. And so was I. So there you can see how great & casual this GS looks on a grey nubook. It’s just an awesome daily wearer. IMHO the standard blue shiny leather the watch comes equipped with is a very bad choice. It gives the watch -5 points in a 10-points scale.
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Old 19 July 2020, 09:17 AM   #16
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I don’t own this watch. I aspire to it.

You were inspired by HODINKEE. And so was I. So there you can see how great & casual this GS looks on a grey nubook. It’s just an awesome daily wearer. IMHO the standard blue shiny leather the watch comes equipped with is a very bad choice. It gives the watch -5 points in a 10-points scale.
Initially, I thought the blue band was too formal but I’ve come to be ok with it. I still plan to buy another strap to mix it up.

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Old 21 July 2020, 06:45 PM   #17
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Love the dial! Was contemplating buying it but instead went for the SBGH267, couldn't resist the red dial. Great watch though!
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Old 22 July 2020, 12:14 AM   #18
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Really nice watch. One of my favorites to just wind and go. Congrats.
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Old 22 July 2020, 01:10 AM   #19
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Very nice -- congrats!
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Old 22 July 2020, 01:12 AM   #20
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I’ve been considering a GS ever since I saw the K005 on HODINKEE. Finally decided on getting it and so far does not disappoint. Now I feel like I need a loupe to truly appreciate the details of this watch.
Beautiful! Congrats on the lovely pickup.
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Old 22 July 2020, 10:21 AM   #21
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That is one mesmerizing dial!
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Old 22 July 2020, 11:26 AM   #22
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Congrats! Enjoy! Great details on face. Must look great in person.
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