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30 October 2019, 04:22 PM | #1 |
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Tokyo Grand Seiko Purchase SBGA419
Hello all,
I’m here in Tokyo for my first time on vacation. One of the reasons why I’ve wanted to visit Japan was to buy a Seiko here. A bucket list sort of thing. After many hours of searching google for “Seiko shopping in Tokyo” I had a good idea of where to look when I got here. I had read about a limited run of 40 44GS cased spring drive models with the reference number SBGA419 being offered exclusively at the Isetan Shinjuku Grand Seiko boutique. I was able to buy one and I’m so thrilled. It’s very beautiful with a purplish blue dial. The second hand, minute hash marks and Spring Drive font are yellow. It really pops but is more muted in soft light. I’m posting this from my IPhone and am unable to embed these few iPhone pictures into my post. They can be seen at the link below. The boutique sized my watch but I asked them to not remove the protective plastics. I know, right. I will in time. On a side note, I’ve always heard the Japanese people were absolute gems. It’s true. https://www.flickr.com/photos/151269.../shares/0xs8UP Randy |
30 October 2019, 04:41 PM | #2 |
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That's a really great looking watch, and a fine souvenir of your trip. Seiko shopping is always a highlight of any trip to Japan for me. Congratulations
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30 October 2019, 07:50 PM | #5 |
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What a souvenir! Very nice.
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30 October 2019, 08:24 PM | #6 |
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Congratulations. Great looking watch.
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30 October 2019, 09:48 PM | #7 |
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A true beauty, congrats on your rare GS!
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31 October 2019, 01:51 AM | #8 |
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Beautiful pickup. Congratulations!
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31 October 2019, 08:54 AM | #9 |
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Absolutely beautiful. Big congrats.
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31 October 2019, 09:02 AM | #10 |
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Nice pick up! I've been to Japan several times (due to its proximity to Hawaii) and love the people, culture, food, etc. If you have time, I'd highly recommend taking the bullet train to Kyoto for a deeper cultural experience.
Oh, and make sure you visit an onsen. No trip to Japan is complete without experiencing this cultural phenomenon. |
31 October 2019, 09:25 AM | #11 |
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What a great looking watch and souvenir. Added bonus is I’m a Minnesota Vikings fan - love that color combo. Enjoy!
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31 October 2019, 01:12 PM | #12 |
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That is awesome
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31 October 2019, 01:18 PM | #13 |
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Beautiful pickup! Congrats
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1 November 2019, 12:19 AM | #14 |
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Congrats, absolutely beautiful and unique. GS all the way!
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1 November 2019, 04:46 AM | #15 |
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Beautiful acquisition.
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5 November 2019, 07:08 AM | #16 |
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That's a really unique colour combination - I'm digging it. That dial really does pop under the correct lighting..
More pics!! |
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Great pickup, congrats!
What a fun and memorable way to punctuate your trip to Tokyo!
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Is the case/bracelet of this model steel or titanium?
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Great.
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Pics, please!
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Beautiful color! congrats!
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15 February 2020, 02:14 PM | #25 |
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Is this model titanium or steel?
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That watch is awesome, and what a great way to get it.
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It's a great watch, you made a fantastic choice.
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16 February 2020, 11:02 AM | #29 |
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Looks great! Congrats! Purple dial isnt common so its something special.
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