Seiko

From IG, here are two sets of macro photo comparisons. The first set is Grand Seiko hands vs. Omega vs. Rolex. The second comparison is between Grand Seiko hands and dial vs. Patek Philippe vs. AP vs. Breguet vs. VC

My guess in the 10,000’s range if you look at how many models they have. Estimates over the years have been 5-30,000. Cazalea

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Especially in the hands - the difference is obvious as to who takes the most care in shaping and polishing them.

and I can attest under a 10X loupe the hands and dials (esp indices) are cut with laser precision and perfect. 10/10 with no flaws. Sadly I can't say that for any of my Rolex, Omega, Panerai, Blancpain, or IWC. I think my only modern JLC (TT Geophysic 195... 

I have a few Grand Seiko’s and when recently I was at an AD, looking at a PP QP piece under a loupe, the finishing of the hands and dripping paint really put me off. I was there with a fellow Purist and both of us were surprised that the kind of work coul... 

dollar for dollar.

Irresistible as they may be I’ve yet to find one which sings to me enough in which to take the plunge but this was definitely and education. Thanks for sharing!

Hands and dial are but one part of a watch. Best, Brandon

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