Grand Seiko SBGM021 (Pre-owned - Good) — USD 4,985 on eBay

The 2010 release of the SBGM221 by Seiko showcased remarkable finishing and design, yet the author observed a tear at 6 o'clock, signaling the need for a new strap.

The SGBM021 collection features vintage Seiko watches with exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty, appealing to watch connoisseurs.

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In 2021, Grand Seiko introduced a high-beat watch inspired by the slender and beautiful white birch trees of the Hiraniwa Plateau in northern Japan. This timepiece was warmly praised by watch fans worldwide for its intricately textured dial and for the revolutionary Hi-Beat 36000 Automatic Caliber 9

Have been looking at this superb GMT since it was SBGM021 . I like the ivory dial, a nice contrast with the polished hands and markers. Cheers!

Really not a bad watch. I hate to have to always associate phrases like “best bang for the buck” and “really good value” with the Seiko brand because it comes off as its qualities being more rooted to its price than what it actually delivers outside of it.. but what can I say, it really is the best