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  1. FerrariCognoscenti

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    #1 FerrariCognoscenti, Mar 12, 2022
    For those who have not experienced Grand Seiko, you are missing out. These are not your father’s Seiko watches. Grand Seiko epitomizes haute horlogerie and each of their watches from the zaratsu mirror polishing, to their renowned and innovative spring drive and hi beat movements, to their dials which are simply works of art, are truly marvels of the watch making world. Grand Seiko is not Seiko. They are remarkable timepieces and in November 2021, their most recent release, the Grand Seiko SLGH005 “White Birch” inspired by the aspen trees near their manufacture in Japan actually won the Best Men’s Watch of the Year prize at the Grand Prix de Horology de Geneve (GPHG) to upset the entire Swiss watch industry, beating out the best of the best. I currently own two Grand Seikos and plan to add more to my collection. Seeing the photos do not do them any justice, they must be seen in person to be fully appreciated. If you live near a Grand Seiko boutique, it is worth a visit.

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    #2 carnutdallas, Mar 12, 2022
    Almost bought a Grand Seiko Chrono 2 years ago in HI. Just could not pay retail for it. Getting lucky enough to pay retail at a Rolex AD, no problem. But hard to on Omega, Tag, GS, etc. Lots of other lux brands are also AD retail worthy, but hard to walk out in the hole on a GS…. Just my thoughts, but I do love the Chrono version.


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  3. vdm9

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    #3 vdm9, Mar 13, 2022
    When you factor in the hand craftsmanship of the GS - these other machine produced watches don't compare!!! Then throw in GS accuracy and you are getting a lot of watch for your money - no question !!!
     
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  4. WPOZZZ

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    #4 WPOZZZ, Mar 13, 2022
    They are great watches! I have a couple of them, but went the quartz route. Next up is a Spring Drive. Don't forget King Seiko. They are making a comeback and I have a few of them, as well.
     
  5. FerrariCognoscenti

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    #5 FerrariCognoscenti, Mar 15, 2022
    Grand Seiko is another level and incomparable in quality to Omega, Tag, and other similar low tier brands.


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  6. laswyguy

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    #6 laswyguy, Mar 30, 2022
    Too fat too thick, too heavy, GS sport watches in summary.. reminds me of Nissan GTR… vs Ferrari or a Porsche .
     
  7. Gle8

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    #7 Gle8, Mar 31, 2022
    They are beautiful and underrated. I'm going to get the new chrono next week.

    This is the one I currently own. Pictures do not do it justice.
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  8. PCarRI

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    #8 PCarRI, Apr 1, 2022
    My SBGH281 “Superman” has some of the finest craftsmanship I’ve ever seen. I’m actually selling it now if anyone is interested. Making room for a full Seasons collection.

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  10. IloveGT

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    #10 IloveGT, Apr 25, 2022
    I have mad respect for Grand Seiko. It's one of those brands highly revered within a small subgroup of true watch
    connoisseurs.
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    #12 Jack-the-lad, Jul 31, 2023
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    I’m looking for a GS spec’ed as follows:

    GMT (some of the following might be standard)
    24 hour indexes on the dial, not on the bezel
    stainless steel or GS’s proprietary steel
    Lume
    Date
    Bracelet
    Silver, white or creme dial
    Full set if possible

    I prefer new but I didn’t see anything similar in the current catalog. Aside from the obvious sources (Chrono 24, etc) are there any dealers specializing in GS?

    Thanks.

    @Gle8 ‘s post #7 above appears to be something like I have in mind.
     
  13. beng

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    #13 beng, Aug 1, 2023
    Where is your watch listed for sale? Price?
     
  14. JHNurse

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    #14 JHNurse, Aug 1, 2023
    They make nice GMTs in titanium, too….

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    #15 Jack-the-lad, Aug 1, 2023
    Very nice. Are the tops of the hour indices lumed or is that a light reflection off of the facets?
     
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    #16 JHNurse, Aug 1, 2023
    They are lumed, as are the bodies of the hands and the arrow tip of the GMT hand.

    The titanium makes it a light, easy to wear, everyday watch, too. I’m never going back to SS again.

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    #17 supergrilldds, Aug 2, 2023
    I have the Rikka and really enjoy wearing it. Its comfortable and the gold indices give it just enough to differentiate it from my other watches. Image Unavailable, Please Login
     
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  18. stevenwk

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    #18 stevenwk, Aug 2, 2023
    If money is no object, it's the Credor Eichi ii for me.....GS on another planet.
     

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