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Grand Seiko

 

I can't really comment on the relative merits of Grand Seiko versus Rolex since I've never really handled or owned a Rolex.

However, I do have 3 Grand Seikos (SBGW001, SBGE001, SBGR037) - and they are wonderful.  Even the "concept" of 'Grand Seiko' interests me - it is possible to spend almost any amount you like on a Seiko watch.  The finishing of the GSs I own are excellent.  As you can see I have a manual, auto and SpringDrive: all perform very well, and the SpringDrive is a conversation starter which you wouldn't get (in the same way!) with a Rolex.  Yes, a conversation would probably start wearing a Rolex but it probably wouldn't relate to the motion of the second hand smile

I love wearing the GSs (yes, sometimes 2 at a time) - people are amazed that Seiko watches reach such high levels of craft - they never knew.  So you can wear a watch that feels great, is wonderfully made, that completely puzzles other people. Great smile

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Just wondering your thoughts on Rolex vs. Grand Seiko...

 
By: SRG : January 26th, 2009-17:05
I'm curious about these two, since some of the watches seem to have a similar "look". There are a number of Grand Seikos that look like the Datejust. Any comments? Is one movement better than the other? Case/bracelet quality? Thanks for the education. Ste... 

OK, I'll take a crack at it (donning protective clothing)

 
By: cazalea : January 27th, 2009-10:09
Rolex and Grand Seiko. There are so many places to start; and so many places we could end up. On the surface you can say both are: - well made - have traditional and conservative styling - never seem to change very much - will outlast you and whoever gets...  

my personal opinion is this..........................................

 
By: G99 : January 27th, 2009-15:27
firstly let me ask no Rolex devotees to take offence as everyone is welcome to an opinion albeit good or bad. i have never owned a Rolex, but am fully aware that they have excellent movements and very well built cases. i have seen and handled quite a few.... 

my two cents :)

 
By: donzi22 : January 27th, 2009-17:52
Rolex was my first stop in "fine-watches" back in the early 90's. I purchased a SS Daytona. It was a nice watch. I was in my mid-20's. Well approx. 200 watches later, this is my latest purchase: This is steel, not the Ti version. 44mm Spring Drive give GS...