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Cookies initiates a thought-provoking discussion about his evolving relationship with Grand Seiko, questioning whether the brand, despite its undeniable quality, lacks a certain 'oomph' or originality. He invites the community to explore his feelings about design similarities, marketing strategies, and the proliferation of limited editions.
The Sea-Dweller reference 116600 marked the return of the 40mm case size for the model, a dimension that had been absent from the Sea-Dweller lineup for some time. This reference reintroduced several classic Sea-Dweller design elements, distinguishing it from its larger contemporary, the Sea-Dweller 4000. It was produced for a relatively short period, making it a notable transitional model within the brand's professional tool watch offerings.
This reference features a stainless steel case measuring 40mm in diameter and 15.3mm in thickness. It is equipped with a unidirectional rotating bezel made of black ceramic with a 60-minute graduation. The watch is powered by the automatic caliber 3135, offering a power reserve of approximately 48 hours. A sapphire crystal protects the black dial, which includes a date complication without the cyclops lens, a characteristic feature of the Sea-Dweller line.
Appealing to collectors who appreciate traditional proportions and the technical capabilities of a professional dive watch, the 116600 is recognized for its blend of heritage design and modern materials. Its limited production run contributes to its appeal among enthusiasts seeking a Sea-Dweller with a more classic case size and specific aesthetic details, such as the matte-like black dial and the absence of the cyclops over the date.
To a great brand, that only now starts to come up on collectors' radars. I agree on some of your points, but not on "lacks new technology" - sorry but they launched a new escapement credit - professionalwatches
much like how I described a love story. Ok, +2 points to you for the new escapement, it made my heart jump a little again. Now, I would wait for more, on the side bench.
That you did not take its artistically crafted dial into account
Like the plumage of the peacock. They can make beautiful things I believe in enameI, and maki-e and even porcelain. Japan has many artistic techniques unique to them such as porcelain, maki-e, raden mother-of-pearl etc. I hope for more..not in numbers or more releases but in something which will mezmerise me once again. My autumn dial says hi. He met the GS diver and told me that he didn’t like it that his big brother looks like he is copying someone.
She could only wear certain brands. If she wore a GS, it would not look matching to her sexy appeal.
Is the impact of marketing. Right now it's all about sport watches that are meant to handle anything and be tools to go with you on adventures. That and simply celebrity brand ambassadors, While we know this - I think we still don't truly appreciate how much it shapes our image of the brand and impacts our emotional connection to the brand and accordingly its watches. Look at GS, everything, down to the watch catalogues are extremely conservative - servicing every 3 years, avoid knocks to watch,
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