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Morning shots
Wishing everyone a great day!
Best, Emmanuel
Grand Seiko Heritage Collection 45GS Recreation ref. SLGW005
Collection
Discover the Grand Seiko SLGW005, a 45GS remake with a hibeat manual winding 9SA4 movement. Explore its iconic case, off-white dial, and strap versatility.
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New Release
Discover Grand Seiko SLGW004 (yellow gold) and SLGW005 (stainless steel), modern recreations of the Hi-Beat 45GS. Features new Caliber 9SA4 with wagtail click.
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Review
Quattro reviews the Grand Seiko SLGW005, a modern re-creation of the 45GS. Explore its angular case, hi-beat movement, and subtle sophistication.
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Vintage
Discover the rare Seiko 4580-7020 "Imperial V.F.A." made for Emperor Hirohito. Explore its unique dial, caliber, and historical significance.
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Morning shots
Wishing everyone a great day! Best, Emmanuel Grand Seiko Heritage Collection 45GS Recreation ref. SLGW005 ...
The only thing I am not sure about
Is the hands shape, they are a bit too pointy for my liking (while indices and hands are too fat on many of the new models).
Yes, very pointy indeed, but it doesn't bother me, personally.
The thing I wish was different is the dial texture: I think I would like a matte grainy texture even more than this satin-finished one.
Many of us here seem to share similar thoughts
Wanting a dial from model A, hands from model B, movement from model C...Sadly for most of us such level of customization is not possible but I have on multiple occasions considered buying two watches to make my own franken (starting with Panerai).
You’re getting good at this.
First one is exceptional to my eye, well done Emmanuel. 👏🏻
Thank you so much, Kurt.
All you need is a 100 mm macro lens attached to your phone... Best, Emmanuel ...
The case design is truly wonderful!
The only thing I would improve is the dial finish: matte and grainy instead of satin would be perfect. Best, Emmanuel
What a beautiful thing
I've always preferred the "double signed" dials ('Seiko' and 'GS') to the 2018 rebrand.
Love the angular lugs on your 45 GS, Emmanuel!
And great photo! GS really knows how to execute the perfect, classic cases, among other watch components!
Thank you! The case of this 45GS is really wonderful:
its the magic of Taro Tanaka's “grammar of design”! Best, Emmanuel
If forced to choose between a black dial version of your GS . . .
. . . and a manual wind version of the 60th Anniversary Railmaster I'd go crazy. 😵💫 I've tried it on at the LA GS Boutique, Emmanuel; it took no small amount of willpower to pass. A black dial would be irresistible. Best, Art
I completely understand your dilemma and your preference for a black dial.
The opaline, almost satin-finished dial, can seem a bit bland, especially as opposed to a black dial. But I find this color and texture very faithful to the traditional Japanese aesthetic. I hope at least one of your two wishes will end up being fulfilled...