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George Ab · 23 July 2011, 03:00 AM

I wouldn't want to own a Honda, but I'd love an Acura NSX.

Similar to Honda - Acura, Toyota - Lexus, Nissan - Infinity; Seiko has done gone through some name changes to counter the "it's a Seiko" by launching the Grand Seiko and Credor lines. http://www.timezone.com/library/rdnotebook/200607314159

Note in reality I own a Honda, but it doesn't help my point.

Sarajevo · 23 July 2011, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by george ab

i wouldn't want to own a honda, but i'd love an acura nsx.

Similar to honda - acura, toyota - lexus, nissan - infinity; seiko has done gone through some name changes to counter the "it's a seiko" by launching the grand seiko and credor lines. http://www.timezone.com/library/rdnotebook/200607314159

note in reality i own a honda, but it doesn't help my point.

+1

sea-dweller · 5 September 2011, 01:36 AM

Very nice!

SWIMPRUF · 5 September 2011, 03:39 PM

Stunning GS George.

enronforme · 2 January 2012, 01:40 PM

I held that watch when I visited AZ Fine Time last year... I almost pulled the trigger... GS's are right there with Rolex in quality. It's a great watch. Did I see you sold it recently?
Bob

oneillba · 2 January 2012, 02:01 PM

Very crisp!

George Ab · 4 January 2012, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enronforme

I held that watch when I visited AZ Fine Time last year... I almost pulled the trigger... GS's are right there with Rolex in quality. It's a great watch. Did I see you sold it recently?
Bob

Yes Bob, I did sell it. Trying to pare the collection down as nine is just a tad too much.

Maxtor · 4 January 2012, 06:46 AM

I think the car analogy is apt. Volkswagen brought out the Phaeton which was in many ways equal to the top end cars then available from Audi, BMW and Mercedes and at a much better price point... but they couldn't make it work as the prestige buyers were willing to pay a premium to have a prestige brand on their trunk. I think that it will be hard to convince many prestige watch buyers to forego their next Rolex in favour of a Seiko... no matter how good the Seiko is.

George Ab · 5 January 2012, 05:33 AM

marystolz SPAM'er.

Get it out of here!

Fearsome Puppy · 7 January 2012, 11:34 PM

Thanks for the great write up George, great looking Seiko, this is one that I've wanted to try for sometime...

JamesEsq · 12 January 2012, 04:42 AM

George, I missed out on the sale of your SD GMT by a few days, but I was so impressed after reading your review and doing some research, I just bought a new one. Absolutely love it. I have a several Submariners and Sea-Dwellers, but the build quality, finishing, and detail of the GS is much better. Already have my eye on the GS Snowflake.

z0mghenry · 11 February 2012, 02:50 PM

Came across this as I am about to pull the trigger on a SBGE009 GMT Spring Drive. The amount of engineering put into these Spring Drives is amazing!

saber6 · 13 February 2012, 03:13 PM

love that watch, and love that lume!

George Ab · 16 February 2012, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JamesEsq

George, I missed out on the sale of your SD GMT by a few days, but I was so impressed after reading your review and doing some research, I just bought a new one. Absolutely love it. I have a several Submariners and Sea-Dwellers, but the build quality, finishing, and detail of the GS is much better. Already have my eye on the GS Snowflake.

James,

Congratulations!

I could not agree with you more on the build quality, finish and detail in comparison to Rolex….. yes, it is another level. It is what you see with Vacheron Constantin and JLC as I’ve owned both. Now that said there are other things then just fit and finish, but it is what you notice. That model “nailed it” and “stuck the landing” on the overall look... the dial, hands, sapphire bezel, markers and lume. Yes, it is a magnificent piece.

Perdu · 18 February 2012, 11:27 AM

I real watch enthusiasts (if you buy this then you probably know a thing or two about watches) watch and not one you see every day - very, very nice. That would not have been on my sell list.

Demosthene · 19 February 2012, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Ab

I wouldn't want to own a Honda, but I'd love an Acura NSX.

The Honda NSX is probably a bad example as it's only known as the Acura for the US Market.

zocsos · 24 February 2012, 11:26 PM

One of my favourites! Thanks for the review!

cl63531 · 26 August 2012, 01:20 PM

Beautiful watch would love to own one

aboen · 26 August 2012, 01:26 PM

GS's are amazing! Must be seen in the metal to truly appreciate it.

IIIJFRIII · 27 August 2012, 05:21 AM

Love that watch so much!!! Amazing Sir!

jcd · 27 August 2012, 09:21 AM

I'm a seiko fan, and the spring drive really pushes all the right buttons for me. I'd like to have one, but at that price point, I'd probably add another Rolex to the collection first. Still, they are gorgeous and if one came up on here second hand.......

I'd would look great in my watch box next to my daily wear/beater Seiko Velatura GMT.

dalip · 5 October 2012, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Ab

marystolz SPAM'er.

Get it out of here!

Compliments of Trf mods:

MP5 · 5 October 2012, 11:16 AM

I have loved this piece since I first laid eyes on it. Someday I hope to make it my statement piece

Cmmatthews · 5 October 2012, 02:09 PM

I've got one that I am planning to put up for sale but am starting to having second thoughts. It's a beautiful piece.

MMMMM3 · 5 October 2012, 11:10 PM

http://au.askmen.com/fashion/trends_...us-effect.html

How about the Seiko Spring Drive Spacewalk? Just under $30,000. The Lexus LFA of watches.

http://www.seikospringdrive.com/spacewalk/

mldaytona · 12 February 2013, 05:01 AM

This watch exudes Quality. Thanks for the mini review, George.

Psmith · 12 February 2013, 06:57 PM

I never get tired of looking at that GMT...

I've embedded the comparison clip here

AJSM · 13 February 2013, 06:38 AM

Do they use screws in the bracelets of the GS? I had a SD GMT Chrono and it was very nice, but on a $6000.00 watch I would have hoped for screws in the bracelet and not push out pins.

Psmith · 13 February 2013, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJSM

Do they use screws in the bracelets of the GS? I had a SD GMT Chrono and it was very nice, but on a $6000.00 watch I would have hoped for screws in the bracelet and not push out pins.

To quote the OP...

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Ab

Bracelet is refined and traditional. Adjustment is with links and a half link, and is performed by removing screws on both sides of link and pin slides out.

AJSM · 14 February 2013, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Psmith

To quote the OP...

Sorry, missed that part. Thanks!!

23 July 2011, 03:00 AM	#31
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	I wouldn't want to own a Honda, but I'd love an Acura NSX. Similar to Honda - Acura, Toyota - Lexus, Nissan - Infinity; Seiko has done gone through some name changes to counter the "it's a Seiko" by launching the Grand Seiko and Credor lines. http://www.timezone.com/library/rdnotebook/200607314159 Note in reality I own a Honda, but it doesn't help my point. __________________

5 September 2011, 03:39 PM	#34
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	Stunning GS George. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

2 January 2012, 01:40 PM	#35
enronforme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: bob j Location: toledo, usa Watch: Love 'em all Posts: 525	I held that watch when I visited AZ Fine Time last year... I almost pulled the trigger... GS's are right there with Rolex in quality. It's a great watch. Did I see you sold it recently? Bob __________________ 16610 Sub Date; 16570 Explorer ll (polar); GO Sport Evo; GP Seahawk ll; Tudor Hydronaut ll; Oris F1 Williams Chrono...

2 January 2012, 02:01 PM	#36
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Very crisp! __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

7 January 2012, 11:34 PM	#40
Fearsome Puppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Kevin Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SD4K Posts: 880	Thanks for the great write up George, great looking Seiko, this is one that I've wanted to try for sometime... __________________ Lange 1815 Chrono, AP ROO 26470ST, RO 26230ST, Rolex 216570 (w), 116600, 116520 (w), IWC XV, PAM 366, 420, Omega 311.30.42.30.01.005, Seiko SKX007J, Apple Watch, a bunch of G-Shocks -------------------------------------------------------------

5 September 2011, 01:36 AM	#33
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Very nice!

4 January 2012, 06:46 AM	#38
Maxtor 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Max Location: Toronto Watch: Exp 1, DJ Tuxedo Posts: 2,469	I think the car analogy is apt. Volkswagen brought out the Phaeton which was in many ways equal to the top end cars then available from Audi, BMW and Mercedes and at a much better price point... but they couldn't make it work as the prestige buyers were willing to pay a premium to have a prestige brand on their trunk. I think that it will be hard to convince many prestige watch buyers to forego their next Rolex in favour of a Seiko... no matter how good the Seiko is.

5 January 2012, 05:33 AM	#39
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	marystolz SPAM'er. Get it out of here!

12 January 2012, 04:42 AM	#41
JamesEsq "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 6	George, I missed out on the sale of your SD GMT by a few days, but I was so impressed after reading your review and doing some research, I just bought a new one. Absolutely love it. I have a several Submariners and Sea-Dwellers, but the build quality, finishing, and detail of the GS is much better. Already have my eye on the GS Snowflake.

11 February 2012, 02:50 PM	#42
z0mghenry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Henry Location: GA Posts: 617	Came across this as I am about to pull the trigger on a SBGE009 GMT Spring Drive. The amount of engineering put into these Spring Drives is amazing!

13 February 2012, 03:13 PM	#43
saber6 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 25	love that watch, and love that lume!

18 February 2012, 11:27 AM	#45
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I real watch enthusiasts (if you buy this then you probably know a thing or two about watches) watch and not one you see every day - very, very nice. That would not have been on my sell list. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

24 February 2012, 11:26 PM	#47
zocsos "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Zoltan Location: Sault.Ste Marie Watch: out! Posts: 200	One of my favourites! Thanks for the review!

26 August 2012, 01:20 PM	#48
cl63531 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 65	Beautiful watch would love to own one

26 August 2012, 01:26 PM	#49
aboen "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Here and there Posts: 935	GS's are amazing! Must be seen in the metal to truly appreciate it.

27 August 2012, 05:21 AM	#50
IIIJFRIII Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Long Island N.Y. Posts: 55	Love that watch so much!!! Amazing Sir!

27 August 2012, 09:21 AM	#51
jcd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Jack Location: Wisconsin Watch: me vector Posts: 1,152	I'm a seiko fan, and the spring drive really pushes all the right buttons for me. I'd like to have one, but at that price point, I'd probably add another Rolex to the collection first. Still, they are gorgeous and if one came up on here second hand....... I'd would look great in my watch box next to my daily wear/beater Seiko Velatura GMT.

5 October 2012, 11:16 AM	#53
MP5 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 2,886	I have loved this piece since I first laid eyes on it. Someday I hope to make it my statement piece

5 October 2012, 02:09 PM	#54
Cmmatthews "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pacifica, CA Watch: Double Red SD Posts: 308	I've got one that I am planning to put up for sale but am starting to having second thoughts. It's a beautiful piece.

5 October 2012, 11:10 PM	#55
MMMMM3 Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Sydney Posts: 42	http://au.askmen.com/fashion/trends_...us-effect.html How about the Seiko Spring Drive Spacewalk? Just under $30,000. The Lexus LFA of watches. http://www.seikospringdrive.com/spacewalk/

12 February 2013, 05:01 AM	#56
mldaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: USA Watch: me go all out Posts: 1,183	This watch exudes Quality. Thanks for the mini review, George.

12 February 2013, 06:57 PM	#57
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I never get tired of looking at that GMT... I've embedded the comparison clip here __________________

13 February 2013, 06:38 AM	#58
AJSM 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: CA Posts: 616	Do they use screws in the bracelets of the GS? I had a SD GMT Chrono and it was very nice, but on a $6000.00 watch I would have hoped for screws in the bracelet and not push out pins.

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