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Onequik135i · 28 October 2018, 04:37 AM

Usually for the best deals on my previous Seiko/GS’s Dan is the man over at Timeless in TX as a heads up to everyone on here. I have purchased at least 8 watches over the years from him.

Bearxj86 · 29 October 2018, 07:47 AM

Here are some close ups of the dial; I threw in a few of the new Seiko presage too :)

Rolexwatch12 · 29 October 2018, 04:35 PM

I'm beginning to have a thing for GS, this watch look absolutely great and i love the bracelet

Rolexavidfan · 31 October 2018, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Pongster

So it wont be redundant if there’s already a snowflake in one’s collection?

Quote:

Originally Posted by bearxj86

Spring drive and dial layout are redundant. Case size different, dial different, material different, caseback different, straps different

In addition to what bearxj86 has shared, the hour marker is also different. The case is the legendary 44GS block type, and is a mm smaller than the traditional GS case found in the snowflake. Further, this LE is made of steel compared to the high intensity titanium of the other model. The dial is awesome with the “sparkling painting” or the kirazuri.

Lastly, only 588 pieces were made for this first US exclusive LE. Can’t go wrong with that, even if it may seem to be redundant.

Trying this piece out and comparing with the iconic snowflake:

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Rolexavidfan · 31 October 2018, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bearxj86

Had a chance to see it in person and bought it right away. They are amazing. I am a HUGE fan of the Snowflake but felt it was too lightweight and dial was too big for me at 41mm. The 387 has an equally nice dial, comes with TWO extra straps, limited edition US first (500ish pieces), 40mm and steel, AND the movement has the limited edition markings?!

I was incredibly lucky to pre-order one and ended up with an opportunity to buy another one since one of the buyers dropped out - thinking my brother or friends might want one. See photos.

Awesome! Brought the house down with your GS passion.

Between this and the Hi Beat LE SBGH267, I think the US exclusive spring Drive is more legible to read IMO.

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Txkill · 1 November 2018, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexfanforlife

Wondering this too. Any thoughts on possibility of discounts?

I wouldn’t expect one and be grateful for 10%...I don’t have any knowledge on this, but I know at my AD they had a bunch of pre orders and a waitlists.

gin47 · 1 November 2018, 07:55 AM

I think Spring Drive would be best.

YMII · 1 November 2018, 08:32 AM

Perhaps one of the first Grand Seiko to be traded over list price in the future ....

MILGAUSS88 · 1 November 2018, 10:09 AM

The second hand for the spring drive runs completely smooth.
So, I do not understand the need for a Hi-beat watch in the GS line up. The spring drive accomplishes what the hi beat was designed for, only better.
And it is a Seiko exclusive.
So, to me, the spring drive is the epitome of what GS is.

Rolexavidfan · 3 November 2018, 03:25 AM

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Originally Posted by YMII

Perhaps one of the first Grand Seiko to be traded over list price in the future ....

I hope so too.

With all their successes and hits in 2018, this is bound to happen. Agree they need to have na well oiled marketing machinery deployed by the likes of PP and Rolex.

Of the 4Ps in marketing, they’ve got a great product and distribution/place is expanding at the right momentum, price is reasonable and deemed bang for the buck. So it’s a matter of greater communication to reach out to intended audience.

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Amg7861 · 4 November 2018, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by subtona

beautiful watch Stephen but spring drive is not for me.

May I ask why?

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Daryl · 6 November 2018, 12:53 AM

Wow

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vman · 7 November 2018, 03:56 PM

Ok, this thread convinced me... I must get one ;-)

rudestew · 11 November 2018, 12:37 AM

My favourite colour

SUPERDOC · 16 November 2018, 11:09 AM

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Number 007

good thing that NAFTA deal was signed in time....

nyc2la · 20 November 2018, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by SUPERDOC

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good thing that NAFTA deal was signed in time....

Congrats!

How are you liking this one? It looks incredible on the wrist.

SUPERDOC · 21 November 2018, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nyc2la

Congrats!

How are you liking this one? It looks incredible on the wrist.

it has not left my wrist!! the ice-blue is like nothing else!!

Jonnyj · 21 November 2018, 12:10 PM

Wow cool

woodsworth · 22 November 2018, 08:06 AM

How about a nickname... GS White Walker, ala GoT?

jk

On a more serious note, that is one of the most beautiful dials I've seen!

YMII · 25 December 2018, 08:58 AM

Some pictures:

scarlet knight · 25 December 2018, 09:11 AM

I am not sure that I am a light blue fan ( same ambivalence about the light blue Rolex Day Date). But the detail on the watch face is really great!

benlee · 25 December 2018, 10:19 AM

Very impressive!

Too bad it is not available outside of the USA

YMII · 25 December 2018, 06:50 PM

You can order it there like me at a jeweler ....

NicholasNJ · 25 December 2018, 08:32 PM

Just got mine today ;)

This watch is truly a work of art. It grows on you the more you look at it!

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Olapawa · 28 December 2018, 03:37 AM

Nice dial

JR16 · 28 December 2018, 04:03 AM

Just got mine this morning!

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darwin95 · 1 January 2019, 09:35 AM

I first thought dial color wasn't for my taste.... until I see the pictures with blue jean..
I think I should try it on..

bondtoys · 2 January 2019, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bearxj86

Any SBGA387 user willing to sell me his brown leather strap?

Rolex Essex · 2 January 2019, 07:27 PM

That’s an incredibly sharp looking watch.

ajas · 4 January 2019, 09:21 PM

looks awesome

28 October 2018, 04:37 AM	#31
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,566	Usually for the best deals on my previous Seiko/GS’s Dan is the man over at Timeless in TX as a heads up to everyone on here. I have purchased at least 8 watches over the years from him. __________________ 16750 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170

6 November 2018, 12:53 AM	#42
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7 November 2018, 03:56 PM	#43
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	Ok, this thread convinced me... I must get one ;-) __________________ Collector and buyer of Lange, VC, Patek \| 2 FA Enabled

16 November 2018, 11:09 AM	#45
SUPERDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: R.J. Location: Canada Posts: 1,546	0P7A2031.JPG Number 007 good thing that NAFTA deal was signed in time.... __________________ @RJKAMA on Instagram

25 December 2018, 10:19 AM	#52
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	Very impressive! Too bad it is not available outside of the USA __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

29 October 2018, 07:47 AM	#32
Bearxj86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 3970 Posts: 3,889	Here are some close ups of the dial; I threw in a few of the new Seiko presage too :)

29 October 2018, 04:35 PM	#33
Rolexwatch12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Atlanta Posts: 79	I'm beginning to have a thing for GS, this watch look absolutely great and i love the bracelet

1 November 2018, 07:55 AM	#37
gin47 Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: usa Posts: 159	I think Spring Drive would be best.

1 November 2018, 08:32 AM	#38
YMII "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Frankfurt Posts: 48	Perhaps one of the first Grand Seiko to be traded over list price in the future ....

1 November 2018, 10:09 AM	#39
MILGAUSS88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: mississippi river Posts: 3,185	The second hand for the spring drive runs completely smooth. So, I do not understand the need for a Hi-beat watch in the GS line up. The spring drive accomplishes what the hi beat was designed for, only better. And it is a Seiko exclusive. So, to me, the spring drive is the epitome of what GS is.

11 November 2018, 12:37 AM	#44
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	My favourite colour

21 November 2018, 12:10 PM	#48
Jonnyj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Jonny Location: West Coast-Denver Watch: Yachtmaster 2 Posts: 708	Wow cool

22 November 2018, 08:06 AM	#49
woodsworth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 100 Acre Wood Posts: 959	How about a nickname... GS White Walker, ala GoT? jk On a more serious note, that is one of the most beautiful dials I've seen!

25 December 2018, 08:58 AM	#50
YMII "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Frankfurt Posts: 48	Some pictures:

25 December 2018, 09:11 AM	#51
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,466	I am not sure that I am a light blue fan ( same ambivalence about the light blue Rolex Day Date). But the detail on the watch face is really great!

25 December 2018, 06:50 PM	#53
YMII "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Frankfurt Posts: 48	You can order it there like me at a jeweler ....

25 December 2018, 08:32 PM	#54
NicholasNJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: SUB / SEA Posts: 87	Just got mine today ;) This watch is truly a work of art. It grows on you the more you look at it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 December 2018, 03:37 AM	#55
Olapawa Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: USA Posts: 11	Nice dial

28 December 2018, 04:03 AM	#56
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,251	Just got mine this morning! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

1 January 2019, 09:35 AM	#57
darwin95 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northeast Watch: Yourself Posts: 1,020	I first thought dial color wasn't for my taste.... until I see the pictures with blue jean.. I think I should try it on..

2 January 2019, 07:27 PM	#59
Rolex Essex "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Colchester, UK Watch: Daytona, DJ & Sub Posts: 1,612	That’s an incredibly sharp looking watch.

4 January 2019, 09:21 PM	#60
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,146	looks awesome

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