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  1. Thorbob Oct 14, 2015

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    While on vacation in Japan, it seemed only natural to go looking for nice souvenirs, and what could be nicer than a vintage Japanese timepiece?
    I was fortunate enough to come across a 1965 5722-9990 Grand Seiko in great condition.

    I got rid of the (not that great) strap it came with, and fitted it with a nice dark brown lizard strap from Camille Fournet, which really fit the look of the watch (IMO, of course). I aslo fitted it with a Grand Seiko deployant, just because I prefer deployants [​IMG].

    My first vintage Seiko, and I am loving it!

    And here it is:

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    Thor
     
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  2. Geo! Oct 14, 2015

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    I love it' and it's on my wish list.

    I've just got to say..........dibs. :)
     
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  3. alam Oct 14, 2015

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    ::love:: that's a beauty! :thumbsup:
     
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  4. Nobel Prize Spell Master! Oct 14, 2015

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    Beautiful! I can't believe that's a 1965 watch!!
     
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  5. erpin9 Oct 14, 2015

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    Great catch. Enjoy it while having a shot of Yamazaki single malt.
     
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  6. Dre Oct 14, 2015

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    Nice pick-up, congrats! I was in Japan as well last month but I couldn't find watches that I like enough to take home, where did you find this one if you don't mind me asking?
     
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  7. Rman Oct 14, 2015

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    That is an incredible example. I'm perpetually hunting for a crown like that for my 43999.
    Jealous and congrats on the killer watch
     
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  8. Rockmastermike Oct 14, 2015

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    Stunning and Sublime.
    Just Amazing
     
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  9. rbird7282 Oct 14, 2015

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    Gorgeous watch. Every time I see pics of a Grand Seiko, I like them more and more.
     
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  10. Thorbob Oct 15, 2015

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    Thank you! I picked this one up at Rasin Ginza in Tokyo.

    Thor
     
  11. Thorbob Oct 15, 2015

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    Thank you! Got it at Rasin Ginza in Tokyo.

    Thor
     
  12. Thorbob Oct 15, 2015

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    I find most everything enjoyable with a good single malt!

    Thor
     
  13. Thorbob Oct 15, 2015

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    Thank you all so much for the great feedback! Just thought I'd add a quick wrist shot:

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    Thor
     
  14. Fer Seamaster Oct 16, 2015

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    Nice watch... and strap is matching is japanese luxururious allure perfectly.
     
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  15. VanDamme NOT "The Muscles from Brussels" Oct 16, 2015

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    This is stunning. It looks brand new. Congratulations!!!
     
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  16. map782 Oct 18, 2015

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    Very nice choice. A GS is definitely on my wish list. Enjoy it!
     
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  17. Crossfire Nov 30, 2015

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    one of the most beautiful watch ever seen.
     
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  18. jud Nov 30, 2015

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    I hope you know how rare this watch is, COSC certified as noted by the Chronometer on your dial. They are more rare as the Japanese watch makers abandoned COSC certification.
     
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  19. aap Nov 30, 2015

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    Is this a watch store? Where in Tokyo? I'm going back there on March :)
     
  20. Tony C. Ωf Jury member Nov 30, 2015

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    An absolute classic. Congratulations!

    The one that I own is one of the earliest from my collection, and has withstood many cullings.
     
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