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Sought this one out... Grand Seiko
As close as one might get to a BIG date on a Grand Seiko. The SBGR311 LE might be considered a marmite wristwatch due to size (42mm) and dial color. I’d suggest the case of the 311 is the big surprise for me and although substantial (thick/tall), it turns this into a true steel sports watch that has prominent wrist presence and likely could be dressed up or down. The lug to lug measurement makes this one quite wearable on my 7.25” wrist. Dare I try a unique strap on it in the future?
Sought out, purchased, and delivered November 1st. I will say the sapphire caseback is unremarkable and slightly ruined with extraneous signage and logo. 35 jewels adjusted to 6 positions and temperatures. The mosaic dial design is brilliant but I will say that I also enjoy it in the light where the dial projects a more tropic honest appearance. The 21mm mainly brushed stainless bracelet is adequate but lacks the micro adjust that at the 4K price point would certainly make sense. Having owned 4 previous Grand Seiko references I would state that their OEM bracelets are their weakest part of their overall build.
Possibly the only other current model GS I would seek out to replace this one would be a “Peacock”. With that novelty’s skyrocketing price point (currently), that doesn’t seem realistic.
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Sought this one out... Grand Seiko
As close as one might get to a BIG date on a Grand Seiko. The SBGR311 LE might be considered a marmite wristwatch due to size (42mm) and dial color. I’d suggest the case of the 311 is the big surprise for me and although substantial (thick/tall), it turns...
Thank you for your review and observations
I must say I agree with you on the sapphire back being spoiled by too much writing. What’s the point of an observation window if you can’t see through it? As far as big dates go, I don’t know of any GS Big Date, but here’s a Seiko /Credo watch powered by ...
I just learned of this watch for the first time while at the Narita airport
It's a beauty for sure ...
