cazalea
[Seiko Moderator]
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It is one of the most reliable movements I've owned
It's basically the same watch as the one I show here, in various photos over the last 14 years. Your potential choice has a higher box crystal and no bezel, plus a transparent caseback, whereas mine is more sporty.
Starting in 2005
I briefly had two of them!
You can use it anywhere, anytime you want; your visibility is a bit better than mine.
I don't think you will be sorry. It's one of the models that's been in their line for more than a decade - that should tell you something.
Cheers,
Cazalea
PS - don't be afraid to ask a Seiko dealer for a discount
Need some wisdom around the SBGM221 GMT Grand Seiko
Hello all - My tastes historically haven't tended towards Seiko, however, in the past couple of years I've been looking more closely at the brand overall and have become increasingly more interested. I picked up a couple of modest Seiko's (Presage and Wor...
I admire Seiko. The rotor in your picture is not gold.
Given the craftmanship i think its fairly priced. And the accuracy base on what i have experienced is really allright. If you want a slimmer watch with gold rotor or a gold, platinum case be prepared to pay the price. My opinion. Geross. If you like it, b...
Seiko watches are excellent...
but if you don’t feel the magic, move on and let someone else enjoy it.
It is one of the most reliable movements I've owned
It's basically the same watch as the one I show here, in various photos over the last 14 years. Your potential choice has a higher box crystal and no bezel, plus a transparent caseback, whereas mine is more sporty. Starting in 2005 I briefly had two of th...
Agree w some of the comments
If it doesn't charm you, no need to go for it. Look for the next one that charms you. Gs is not mind blowing, but the details are quite well done. Generally they r quite nice even under high magnification, although they r not top top tier, which is reason...
Wisdom
I saw this watch at a special Seiko event. I really like it myself. In fact on of the Seiko people was wearing on. Its dressy enough to wear as a dress watch or just everyday. Having seen the Credor Eichi ii at the event i was absolutely blown away by the...
Thank you all for the insights!
I think this one may still be on my somewhat short list, but perhaps at a second hand price. Appreciate all the insight from everyone.
