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Is Grand Seiko getting better?

  1. thelinendial Jan 22, 2020

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    Agree with you there. I saw some in real life for the first time and was quite disappointed with how thick they were. Also, I'd say for except for a handful, like the SBGW253 (series) and SKX, just not into the aesthetics.

    BUT I can certainly appreciate why people like them.
     
  2. guaranteed.rohu Jan 22, 2020

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    ++1, totally agree. It's interesting that for a watch brand that services largely the japanese market, with (not backed by any source) I would guess smaller wrist sized on average than western markets - the watchers on average are actually bulkier....

    If they literally just had the same case design language, but made them thinner and a bit sleeker, so many models would be fantastic!
     
  3. scapa Feb 1, 2020

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    Any GS quartz owners here? Have my eye on one of the recent 9F GMTs, and just trying to sway myself into living with a quartz. Build quality and dials seem superb.
     
  4. snunez Feb 1, 2020

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    I've got one. Let me know if you have questions. Practical, beautiful, cheap(ish). High quality quartz is great.
     
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  5. sdre Feb 1, 2020

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    My SBGA397 says hi.

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  6. zrleopold Feb 1, 2020

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    How does this case shape wear compared to the Snowflake. Ive been eying the winter SBGA415, which I think shares this same case.
     
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  7. sdre Feb 2, 2020

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    wears super well. at 40mm, its way better than the snowflake which is at 41, the case is probably the best i have tried of GS.
     
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  8. zrleopold Feb 2, 2020

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    Awesome. That’s great to hear
     
  9. scapa Feb 2, 2020

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    Thanks for the reply. I just picked one of the limited GMTs (SGBN 009). Wanted a GMT, wanted to try a GS, but am saving up for a special piece, so some of the pricier models were out, and the stars sort of aligned with this one, since it was available locally LNIB.

    Mostly wondering about getting used to the look and feel of that quartz second hand, dealing with the 3-year battery-replacement and the general care and maintenance of those highly-polished cases. Most of my other pieces are variations on a tool-watch theme. It's this one (not my photo):

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  10. Riviera Paradise Feb 2, 2020

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    Also on my list, quite unique and I prefer this case to the other GS cases. Found the review below...
     
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  11. pongster Feb 3, 2020

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    Snow proof?
     
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  12. NT931 Feb 4, 2020

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    Definitely wears well. In fact, although it's 40mm, it wears slightly smaller, and is comfortable. The Snowflake wears true to size at 41mm.
     
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  13. zrleopold Feb 4, 2020

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    I need to get out and try one on at some point. I think that may be the one for me then!
     
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  14. scapa Feb 4, 2020

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    Just picked my 009 GMT today. Blue/light blue sunburst dial is mesmerizing; handset, case and finishing all superb. Wouldn't mind a bit more fine adjustment on the bracelet but not a dealbreaker. Overall very pleased, and find the quartz tickover much less distracting than I'd thought. Glad to finally have one in the stable -- and my friend agrees...
     
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  15. Dsloan Feb 6, 2020

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    I've been eyeing this model too. I have a penchant for what could maybe be called 'dressy tool watches', and this seems to fit the bill nicely. I really like the contrast of the highly finished dial and the course, brushed grind on bezel. Sadly, there's no GS AD in the area, so I've yet to see one in person.
     
  16. Evose Feb 6, 2020

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    [​IMG]

    I've been eyeing the SBGV245 as a daily, at $3,000 it's pretty reasonable. There's an AD close by — I'll check it out this weekend and report back my thoughts. From the review on Watchfinder & Co, it looks like a versatile well-built option for work.
     
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  17. quattro98 Feb 27, 2020

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    Have the SBGC103 & SBGV017. The GS are great. They have the best dial and hands around. The case and bracelet are nice too. I like the reasonable diameter and thickness of the quartz models.
     
  18. YY77 Feb 27, 2020

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    The SBGJ235 has a stunning dial, unfortunately it's GS boutique only so not able to see in the metal in NL. Not fond of the bracelet it's fitted with and slightly ugly lugs IMHO.
     
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  19. efauser I ♥ karma!!! Feb 27, 2020

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    How is this not represented in this thread?

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  20. Blakestarhtown Jul 14, 2020

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    I've got the exact same one. Really nice understated piece. I just wish it was 41 mm and a little bit thinner.