Grand Seiko SLGW005

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Saw the new SLGW005 at the NYC GS boutique. Ultra cool vintage-inspired watch limited to 1,200 pieces worldwide. Great size at 38.8mm and only about 10mm thick.

Clear case-back shows the funky manual 9SA4 movement with a power-reserve display (80 hours). Sounds almost like a stopwatch when you wind it, with an old-school ratcheting feel. Dial looks whiter in photos. It’s more cream, off-white in person, with a very subtle texture.

Pricey at $9700 retail, but what a stunning watch. The beauty is in the simplicity, of course. And the finish is GS at its finest. Might need to get one.

Borrowed photo because mine were awful. Good brief video below (also borrowed).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgyVVLKxBM0