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Michael1968 · 20 December 2022, 09:12 PM

Hello,
I would like to start my adventure with GS at the beginning of next year. I would like to learn more about the manufacture and some suggestions for models for my first purchase. Photos are welcome.

Kinnakeet · 21 December 2022, 11:55 AM

Lots of good you tubes. A good recent one with Joe Kirk and Teddy that would be a good introduction for you.

ap1 · 21 December 2022, 11:54 PM

I like the seasons case best by a mile. Such as SBGh295

Sumo · 5 February 2023, 02:03 PM

The Snowflake!
Or any other SpringDrive model. You must get a SpringDrive. You will not be anything but impressed and very happy with your awesome Grand Seiko.

JTL31 · 6 February 2023, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

Lots of good you tubes. A good recent one with Joe Kirk and Teddy that would be a good introduction for you.

I would 2nd Teddy Baldasssarre’ YT channel. His macro photography shots got me seriously considering the SBGA413. Stunning watch; the size on me and bracelet were not to my liking though.

Happy hunting!

Kinnakeet · 6 February 2023, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTL31

I would 2nd Teddy Baldasssarre’ YT channel. His macro photography shots got me seriously considering the SBGA413. Stunning watch; the size on me and bracelet were not to my liking though.

Happy hunting!

I really like mine Janet. One of my favourites. I’m on my second. Sold the first and missed it!

Rollieo · 6 February 2023, 03:55 PM

GS is known for their spring drive movements, arguably the most advanced movements in the world and an incredible combination of mechanical and electrical. I’d opt for a spring drive watch, but many people really dig their pure mechanical movements too.

Finishing is top notch on almost all watches. I don’t think there is a GS that doesn’t have zaratsu finishing, but someone can correct me if I’m wrong.

As far as clasps and bracelets go, something you’ll need to “accept”. Very few at all (if any) have micro adjustment. Almost none have a great taper. All have excellent finishing. There are a few clasps that I’m a fan of, but many can be quite chunky. If you can accept the bracelets, look for a dressy piece that comes on a strap.

Lastly, the time only or time/date watches are the ones that you’ll find have a slimmer profile. 12mm range. The watches that have additional complications usually are in 13-14mm+ range. So if you’re concerned about thickness, I’d not venture past time/date.

Not model specific, but general direction to look. Have fun!

danicasi2002 · 8 February 2023, 06:01 AM

You might look at the recent SLGA021. Blue dial, 5 day PR, spring drive, PR indicator on the case back. Good luck

danicasi2002 · 11 February 2023, 06:45 PM

Here is my LE SLGA007. And the slaga021 has the same dial and movement (not LE).

zineddine.zidane · 11 February 2023, 06:56 PM

Wow just wow

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1William · 11 February 2023, 10:36 PM

Beautiful watch.

scarlet knight · 12 February 2023, 12:26 AM

Birch face is nice.

denmanproject · 12 February 2023, 12:48 AM

SBGH273

Chas58 · 21 February 2023, 03:06 AM

First is to figure out if you want quartz, spring drive, or high beat. They are all wonderful in their own way.
I'd also look at the case. The "seasons" models have a gorgous GS62 case, while GS is known for their sharp edged highly polished GS44 case. THere are also more generic cases, like in the snowflake.

then of course dial texture and color.

Its quite a rabbit hole...

20 December 2022, 09:12 PM	#1
Michael1968 Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Michael Location: Europe Watch: UN,RolexTudor&more Posts: 2,742	The new adventure with Grand Seiko Hello, I would like to start my adventure with GS at the beginning of next year. I would like to learn more about the manufacture and some suggestions for models for my first purchase. Photos are welcome.

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21 December 2022, 11:55 AM	#2
Kinnakeet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Michelle Location: Canada/Florida Watch: WG Breguet Typexx Posts: 2,920	Lots of good you tubes. A good recent one with Joe Kirk and Teddy that would be a good introduction for you.

21 December 2022, 11:54 PM	#3
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,520	I like the seasons case best by a mile. Such as SBGh295

5 February 2023, 02:03 PM	#4
Sumo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Chicago Posts: 6	The Snowflake! Or any other SpringDrive model. You must get a SpringDrive. You will not be anything but impressed and very happy with your awesome Grand Seiko.

6 February 2023, 03:55 PM	#7
Rollieo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,185	GS is known for their spring drive movements, arguably the most advanced movements in the world and an incredible combination of mechanical and electrical. I’d opt for a spring drive watch, but many people really dig their pure mechanical movements too. Finishing is top notch on almost all watches. I don’t think there is a GS that doesn’t have zaratsu finishing, but someone can correct me if I’m wrong. As far as clasps and bracelets go, something you’ll need to “accept”. Very few at all (if any) have micro adjustment. Almost none have a great taper. All have excellent finishing. There are a few clasps that I’m a fan of, but many can be quite chunky. If you can accept the bracelets, look for a dressy piece that comes on a strap. Lastly, the time only or time/date watches are the ones that you’ll find have a slimmer profile. 12mm range. The watches that have additional complications usually are in 13-14mm+ range. So if you’re concerned about thickness, I’d not venture past time/date. Not model specific, but general direction to look. Have fun!

8 February 2023, 06:01 AM	#8
danicasi2002 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 826	You might look at the recent SLGA021. Blue dial, 5 day PR, spring drive, PR indicator on the case back. Good luck

11 February 2023, 06:56 PM	#10
zineddine.zidane "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Berkeley, ÇA Posts: 70	Wow just wow Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2023, 10:36 PM	#11
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,658	Beautiful watch.

12 February 2023, 12:26 AM	#12
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,460	Birch face is nice.

12 February 2023, 12:48 AM	#13
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,407	SBGH273

21 February 2023, 03:06 AM	#14
Chas58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: T Posts: 51	First is to figure out if you want quartz, spring drive, or high beat. They are all wonderful in their own way. I'd also look at the case. The "seasons" models have a gorgous GS62 case, while GS is known for their sharp edged highly polished GS44 case. THere are also more generic cases, like in the snowflake. then of course dial texture and color. Its quite a rabbit hole...

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