bernard cheong
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These Galantes are not cheap. BUT..
to me, well worth it.
After 2 years..I have made up my mind to collect more.
They represent the best of watchmaking using machines and practical means.
BUT..that said, they are not to be compared with the way the Swiss do things..it is just VERY different.
With less cash on hand...I will go for collecting the good Seikos. Galantes or not...the GS ones are also superb.
My personal journey of a Richard Mille RM005 (2004) and a Seiko Galante (2012) SONY Nex7
Over the last 20 years, not every one can or is willing to pay $50,000 for a watch that has a potential for becoming a great talking piece, or better...a relevant artifact of history. The 2 watches I chose because they, to me, are icons of their own era a...
I totally agree..RM005 was way too expensive..and I think it was done on purpose
It was all about status. Look at the "plastic" swatch like new models...and we will know that RM has a GOOD strategy, to make ALL of the old gold pieces have superb resale. I would love to own a solid gold RM rather than a "more costly" ti one.
based on Bernard's posts, I thought about the Seiko...
There just was not enough appeal for the price.
These Galantes are not cheap. BUT..
to me, well worth it. After 2 years..I have made up my mind to collect more. They represent the best of watchmaking using machines and practical means. BUT..that said, they are not to be compared with the way the Swiss do things..it is just VERY different...
The Nex 7 is SUPERB..but a hard choice.
Today, I use a Sony RX1 for travel, and a nex7 for posts. The Nex is really good. The macro 30mm is very inexpensive.
Thank you for these close-ups
I've never seen that Seiko before but then again I've also never really been interested in that particular brand. Although... My first "real" read: expensive (at the time for me) watch was in fact a Seiko. Upon inspection, a senior co-worker said to me: "...
I am wishing more people will take all watches, not just Seiko, seriously..rather
than status of brands...but it will remain permanent. It is a part of how society behaves. Will post more...
Thank you for this interesting post...
I am a big fan of Seiko Galante myself. I believe the style, quality, and design synthesis of the line are under-rated, not to mention the beautiful Spring Drive electro-mechanical movement. Please feel free to post more pics and commentary! :-) Here are ...
WOW..I like the look of your watch. This Galante is one I do not have.
It really looks good..and I bet it is heavy and solid. I will post more pics soon.