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Txkill · 6 October 2018, 10:34 AM

It’s a sickness...I’m seriously looking at getting another. Great start to your GS collection!!!

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Travelller

Congrats!!!

Both are beautiful pieces and the SBGR305 would really fit in my collection nicely...

Enjoy them both

Thanks

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Originally Posted by Txkill

It’s a sickness...I’m seriously looking at getting another. Great start to your GS collection!!!

Thanks

swatty · 6 October 2018, 07:54 PM

Congrats Ken, two stunning pieces , I think GS on leather is the way to go

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by swatty

Congrats Ken, two stunning pieces , I think GS on leather is the way to go

Thanks Peter!

GB-man · 6 October 2018, 11:42 PM

Congrats ken! Both look excellent. I miss my GS and need to get another

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Congrats ken! Both look excellent. I miss my GS and need to get another

Thanks my friend and I have to say I am pleasantly surprised and can see myself adding more over time. The quality, fit and feel really impessive especially for the money so I say yes go for it!

subtona · 6 October 2018, 11:49 PM

Congrats Ken. Agree GS are amazing watches, the more critically they are looked at the more they impress.

I very much like both of those pieces you have chosen and have considered the 305 myself, also admiring the retro dial of the gmt.

I opted for a time only version the sbgw253 and my most prominent thought is, the design is flawless.

HL65 · 6 October 2018, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Congrats Ken. Agree GS are amazing watches, the more critically they are looked at the more they impress.

I very much like both of those pieces you have chosen and have considered the 305 myself, also admiring the retro dial of the gmt.

I opted for a time only version the sbgw253 and my most prominent thought is, the design is flawless.

Thanks Gus and I love the sbgw253 as well. One of the best looking GS’s period. Simple, classy and timeless look.

subtona · 7 October 2018, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Thanks Gus and I love the sbgw253 as well. One of the best looking GS’s period. Simple, classy and timeless look.

ps the zaratsu polished titanium of the 305 is nothing short of incredible

HL65 · 7 October 2018, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

ps the zaratsu polished titanium of the 305 is nothing short of incredible

It really is incredible when you start staring at polished the edge work!

One more shot of the 305...

subtona · 7 October 2018, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by HL65

It really is incredible when you start staring at polished the edge work!

One more shot of the 305...

love it... total package of design is flawless

PS and there is one of my all-time favorite watch attributes, lugholes

HL65 · 7 October 2018, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

love it... total package of design is flawless

PS and there is one of my all-time favorite watch attributes, lugholes

scarlet knight · 7 October 2018, 12:39 AM

The texture on the dial is sublime. You have a lot to look at!

HL65 · 7 October 2018, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

The texture on the dial is sublime. You have a lot to look at!

Thanks

tom2517 · 8 October 2018, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

love it... total package of design is flawless

PS and there is one of my all-time favorite watch attributes, lugholes

Classy looking.

HL65 · 8 October 2018, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by tom2517

Classy looking.

ragsk · 8 October 2018, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

love it... total package of design is flawless

PS and there is one of my all-time favorite watch attributes, lugholes

Lovely picture of a lovely watch. If I didn't already own a snowflake this would be next on my to buy list!

HL65 · 8 October 2018, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ragsk

Lovely picture of a lovely watch. If I didn't already own a snowflake this would be next on my to buy list!

perpetualman88 · 8 October 2018, 06:06 AM

such a great brand and two awesome time pieces! congrats buddy

GB-man · 8 October 2018, 06:26 AM

Ken do you happen to know if the lug width on the 305 is 19 or 20mm?

HL65 · 8 October 2018, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by perpetualman88

such a great brand and two awesome time pieces! congrats buddy

Thanks David!

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Ken do you happen to know if the lug width on the 305 is 19 or 20mm?

305 is 20mm the 221 is 19mm

MATCH1969 · 8 October 2018, 07:23 AM

Congrats

Mine say hello

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jctrolex · 8 October 2018, 12:08 PM

Beautiful pair Ken. I have been struggling to justify spending that kind of money for a watch that says "Seiko" on it for 2 years. I finally pulled the trigger on a SBGA211 about 2 months ago and seeing an endorsement from a collector like you makes me think I am not a total idiot after all. It was not love at first sight but I think someone has said they are a "loupe watch". I was carrying a 10x loupe in my pocket for the first 2 weeks (yeah I know I need help). The more you look into the watch the more you discover how incredibly well finished the watch is. Nothing in that or double the price range even come close. I know a lot of purists look down their nose on the Spring Drive but to me it is a very unique technology that is every bit a mechanical movement. I have worn it for a month straight and it lost 0 seconds! I tried to rotate out with my other watches but I just keep putting it back on because I miss seeing that incredible dial, markers and hands.

GB-man · 8 October 2018, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by HL65

Thanks David!

305 is 20mm the 221 is 19mm

Thanks my friend

HL65 · 8 October 2018, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MATCH1969

Congrats

Mine say hello

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Thanks and very nice!

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Originally Posted by jctrolex

Beautiful pair Ken. I have been struggling to justify spending that kind of money for a watch that says "Seiko" on it for 2 years. I finally pulled the trigger on a SBGA211 about 2 months ago and seeing an endorsement from a collector like you makes me think I am not a total idiot after all. It was not love at first sight but I think someone has said they are a "loupe watch". I was carrying a 10x loupe in my pocket for the first 2 weeks (yeah I know I need help). The more you look into the watch the more you discover how incredibly well finished the watch is. Nothing in that or double the price range even come close. I know a lot of purists look down their nose on the Spring Drive but to me it is a very unique technology that is every bit a mechanical movement. I have worn it for a month straight and it lost 0 seconds! I tried to rotate out with my other watches but I just keep putting it back on because I miss seeing that incredible dial, markers and hands.

Well said and you are right the detail and finishing for price is amazing.

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Thanks my friend

KBM · 10 October 2018, 02:13 AM

Two stunning pieces, Ken! Grand Seiko is amazing and simply unmatched at the price point. I used to own this GMT, which I've been missing for some time now, and have looked hard at the non GMT ivory dial. Hummmmm...

Congrats, my friend!

HL65 · 10 October 2018, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

Two stunning pieces, Ken! Grand Seiko is amazing and simply unmatched at the price point. I used to own this GMT, which I've been missing for some time now, and have looked hard at the non GMT ivory dial. Hummmmm...

Congrats, my friend!

Thanks my friend and agree with you! It’s the best value proposition in the watch world IMHO. Love that Mt Iwate dial such a great piece almost went with that one as well. The ivory dial is really cool and with the short blue hand has such a retro vibe to it. Super nice watches for super nice price compared to Swiss and German watch makers.

RXAPPP · 10 October 2018, 10:15 AM

Since joining the forum I’ve always shared your taste in watches. I’ve been on the GS fence for some time and I’m quietly surprised as to your liking. Maybe it’s time I have another look.. thanks for sharing.

Lol-x · 10 October 2018, 10:34 AM

Congrats Ken, nice to see your appreciation of the Grand Seiko brand, which I didn't realise you had.

I don't have a GS but if I did it would be a high-beat GMT.

scarlet knight · 10 October 2018, 11:02 AM

I am hoping to pick up a GS on my 2019 Japan cruise.

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subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,987	Congrats Ken. Agree GS are amazing watches, the more critically they are looked at the more they impress. I very much like both of those pieces you have chosen and have considered the 305 myself, also admiring the retro dial of the gmt. I opted for a time only version the sbgw253 and my most prominent thought is, the design is flawless. __________________

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perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,010	such a great brand and two awesome time pieces! congrats buddy __________________ Instagram: @SwissWatchTime

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GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,856	Ken do you happen to know if the lug width on the 305 is 19 or 20mm? __________________

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Txkill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Joseph Location: Rockwall TX Watch: Lots Posts: 1,223	It’s a sickness...I’m seriously looking at getting another. Great start to your GS collection!!!

7 October 2018, 12:39 AM	#73
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,135	The texture on the dial is sublime. You have a lot to look at!

8 October 2018, 07:23 AM	#82
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Congrats Mine say hello Envoyé de mon iPad en utilisant Tapatalk

8 October 2018, 12:08 PM	#83
jctrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Watch: 1675 Posts: 1,162	Beautiful pair Ken. I have been struggling to justify spending that kind of money for a watch that says "Seiko" on it for 2 years. I finally pulled the trigger on a SBGA211 about 2 months ago and seeing an endorsement from a collector like you makes me think I am not a total idiot after all. It was not love at first sight but I think someone has said they are a "loupe watch". I was carrying a 10x loupe in my pocket for the first 2 weeks (yeah I know I need help). The more you look into the watch the more you discover how incredibly well finished the watch is. Nothing in that or double the price range even come close. I know a lot of purists look down their nose on the Spring Drive but to me it is a very unique technology that is every bit a mechanical movement. I have worn it for a month straight and it lost 0 seconds! I tried to rotate out with my other watches but I just keep putting it back on because I miss seeing that incredible dial, markers and hands.

10 October 2018, 02:13 AM	#86
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,386	Two stunning pieces, Ken! Grand Seiko is amazing and simply unmatched at the price point. I used to own this GMT, which I've been missing for some time now, and have looked hard at the non GMT ivory dial. Hummmmm... Congrats, my friend!

10 October 2018, 10:15 AM	#88
RXAPPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Blue Planet Watch: 5 Posts: 1,201	Since joining the forum I’ve always shared your taste in watches. I’ve been on the GS fence for some time and I’m quietly surprised as to your liking. Maybe it’s time I have another look.. thanks for sharing.

10 October 2018, 10:34 AM	#89
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,229	Congrats Ken, nice to see your appreciation of the Grand Seiko brand, which I didn't realise you had. I don't have a GS but if I did it would be a high-beat GMT. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

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scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,135	I am hoping to pick up a GS on my 2019 Japan cruise.

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