Seiko

I'll be honest , I don't have any expertise in dive watches , but I had the opportunity to try on the new Grand Seiko Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Divers and I thought sharing my photos and impressions might be of interest to some of you. The Evolution 9...  

There are several points I would mention. I am very happy that they actually did the step in the right direction size and thickness wise. I like you o applaud the chalice of titanium and the lighter weight it brings with it - different opinions here 😊 I a... 

so your feeling is much better informed than mine. I understand your feeling concerning the cathedral hour hand: the new one looks more generic. As far as titanium is concerned, I see the advantages in terms of lightness and stealthiness, but it didn't re... 

You will know 😊👍🏻🤞🏻🤿

The dive ones that is. You could check this - it has a GS grade movement and a historical connection, too but is a tad more slender: Picture from: Seiko ...  

I’ve already had a look at Seiko divers but there are so many that it’s easy to get lost!

Where the term countless could be more or less accurate 😂👍🏻👏🏻

I WANT to like these new divers from GS (esp. the green version), but I feel that there is something off in their case/bezel/dial proportions. And, as is the case with many other Seiko and GS divers, I find the hands a bit overwrought and too cumbersome i... 

but something is off, as you say... Best, Emmanuel

Like you, Emmanuel, my smaller wrists would rule out these Seikos. But, I find the hands on these watches “over baked,” not appealing at all, and I would pass even if the watch had a smaller (sub-40 mm) dimension.

but finally didn’t pull the trigger. I wouldn’t be against finding a Seiko or Grand Seiko, but the design never appeals to me enough (and I keep telling myself that I would wear this watch only during summer). Best, Emmanuel ...  

I like the size reduction, it was needed IMO. I’m personally a fan of Ti in a dive watch, but respect your thoughts on the finish. I really like the change to the hands, as I think it’s an improvement visually. The green dial would be my choice and I love... 

I agree with you that the price is a bit high, even if the U.F.A. caliber is an impressive one. These watches may be available at a good price on the second-hand market in a few months... Let's hope so! Best, Emmanuel

I would love to try it on, as all of the dive watches I’ve had are a bit chunky. I guess if one likes to know/be reminded they have the watch on it’s a negative, but I would imagine many will like the lighter weight of the titanium. Thanks for the details... 

I understand the advantage and appeal of lightness, but I find it strange, personally, to have a bulky watch with feather-like weight... Best, Emmanuel