Seiko

Seiko's target with the first Grand Seiko in 1960 was simply to make the best watch. The "best" typically means some kind of precious metal. The watch that was the result, the 3180, did of course quite naturally come in platinum also though much more scar...  

It's unexpected, and it shows you what both the Brand and your Dealer think of you. Congratulations in getting this highly desirable piece. And 100%: power reserves are better on the movement side!

All the photos showing the beauties of GSs and Credors. The SBGD001 definitely oozes understated quality and craftsmanship. Although I did not know it's made in platinum, I already suspected it just by looking at the banner photo shown on the front page, ... 

This watch is the perfect blend of classic looks and modern technicalities. It's great to see the power reserve on the back and the 8 day power is just super handy, especially that Spring Drives should need less maintenance than its pure mechanical counte... 

To say I am smitten by it is an understatement - your excellent review is making me even more so In addition to all its GS qualities it also has that ultimate understatement, something no Swiss watch manages to pull off so well. May be seen as a weakness ... 

I have to wonder though, at this price point... so many ultimate choices... but I do profoundly admire this watch.

Can you share with us a wrist shot to see how this fit the wrist in real life? I love this piece.

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The watch fits perfectly on your wrist and it really shines. What an outstanding GS. I heartily congrats you for such a grail piece.

is that a deep scratch on the bottom right lugs? If so, how that happen, considering Seiko platinum is very hard. Did you check with them if they will do laser treatment for u in future and the servicing will be done by the Micro art studio? Eichi servici... 

Don't really know how but hit something metallic really hard. A bit sad but a watch that will be used will get some scratches. Unfortunately this one is quite big and on top of the lug. I will see if they can do something when I am in the Micro Artist Stu... 

when they see your watch. It's my belief that they do have the laser technique to fix this.

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in getting one for myself. Still kind of crazy to spend this kind of money for a Seiko, but I'm surely tempted.

No longer just a temptation, it\'s now a reality. Deposited ~ $7000 USD , one and a half month wait I was told.

Share some pictures when you get it. Stefan

Dealer called me and said the watch is delayed till end of Feb. Meanwhile here is me with my Bamford Rolex trying on friend\'s space walk, which I recall you have one as well. ...