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I am going to Tokyo this Friday for two weeks business trip. after I return we can discuss the 3asha (thumbs up)!
My first Grand Seiko...
... And not the last one for sure :P
Greetings!
Some pictures of my Grand Seiko 44GS that I thought to share with.
Greetings!
Some pictures of my Grand Seiko 44GS that I thought to share with.
Excellent choice!
Super legible dial with baton indices that won't date... speaking of which, no date! Congratulations on years of reliable fuss-free enjoyment; the ultimate in stealth luxe (",)
Allah yebarek feek 7abebe
aaah Mr. Salman! we finally meet in here. I somehow knew that this post will bring you out :P
yes that would be marvelous if we make a GTG. but wait until I receive this babe:
I just bought it. but its still in Singapore, waiting to have someone to pick it up personally lol.
yes that would be marvelous if we make a GTG. but wait until I receive this babe:
I just bought it. but its still in Singapore, waiting to have someone to pick it up personally lol.
OMG!! :-)
Now we need ashaa LooooL to welcome that beauty, its so smooth, the way the blue second hand is moving in a sea of perfectly finished silver, Alf Mabrouk, set the time and place and I will be there
LooooL to welcome that beauty, its so smooth, the way the blue second hand is moving in a sea of perfectly finished silver, Alf Mabrouk, set the time and place and I will be there S
Of course!
I am going to Tokyo this Friday for two weeks business trip. after I return we can discuss the 3asha (thumbs up)!
Gorgeous piece
Congratulations on this one. You can tell from the pictures, especially the last picture, that this is a watch executed to the highest standard. When the Japanese decide to make something good, it is really very good.
Dean
Thank you for sharing, Ali. Here are a few recent images . . .
. . . of mine.
. . . and at an angle.
Crown . . .
. . . flank . . .
. . . back . . .
. . . and buckle.
Reams of words have been written about the quality of Grand Seiko's finishing and the performance of their movements. They're all true. It's difficult to imagine a more beautifully built watch. The form of the case - circular at its core, angular on its perimeter - is an exercise in aesthetic refinement. A wearer's personal connection with the mechanics is enhanced by the exceptional duration of the power reserve; one need not rush to wind, as forgetting for a day incurs no penalty in timing.
This message has been edited by Dr No on 2014-02-23 09:31:04
Dial head on . . .
. . . and at an angle.
Crown . . .
. . . flank . . .
. . . back . . .
. . . and buckle.
Reams of words have been written about the quality of Grand Seiko's finishing and the performance of their movements. They're all true. It's difficult to imagine a more beautifully built watch. The form of the case - circular at its core, angular on its perimeter - is an exercise in aesthetic refinement. A wearer's personal connection with the mechanics is enhanced by the exceptional duration of the power reserve; one need not rush to wind, as forgetting for a day incurs no penalty in timing.
Most endearing of all is the value offered by Grand Seiko to the person who wishes to purchase a new watch. There are countless manufacturers of mechanical wristwatches that compare outwardly in both performance and price, but to the best of my knowledge, none approaches the level of hand craftsmanship that GS imbues theirs with. The 9S64 movement has more in common with the practices of watchmaking from the Golden Era than comparable competitors. The results might be comparable, or even superior, but the gestalt? Not even close. The GS 44 is as close as one can get to a vintage legend without getting the vintage legend.
I usually defer from making blanket statements, but it's difficult not to in this case. It's my sense that anyone who reveres watchmaking should own a GS at some point in his or her collecting experience. Unlike yourself, Ali, this will be it for me: I won't be collecting GS in the same manner as I collect vintage Omega or modern G O. But as a permanent part of my collection, as an object of reverence for the genius of serial watchmaking: this GS is a keeper.
Before signing off, I would like to express my gratitude to Ken, without whose assistance this would not be possible. I'd wanted a Grand Seiko for many, many years, but one complication or another always got in the way. Ken made this dream a reality.
Thank you, Ken.
Cordially,
Art
This message has been edited by Dr No on 2014-02-23 09:31:04
Very nice post Art
Thank you for sharing your photos and thoughts on GS.
I appreciate the post and am inspired to take a more serious look at owning a GS.
Cheers
Robin
I appreciate the post and am inspired to take a more serious look at owning a GS.
Cheers
Robin
I'm inspired . . .
. . . by your avatar! My doctor wants me to cut down to one a day . . . well, with a glass like that, no problem!
that Avatar of mine.
Was a picture of me almost 10 years ago!
I wish I can still drink ONE glass like that Art. Now I am 35 turning 36, 2 drinks for me is max!
Hope to see you one day and have a drink or 2.
I remember your review of the Montblanc Villeret zero retour. It was one of those superb articles on PuristSPro that inspired me to buy my MB Villeret chronograph.
Cheers
Robin
I wish I can still drink ONE glass like that Art. Now I am 35 turning 36, 2 drinks for me is max!
Hope to see you one day and have a drink or 2.
I remember your review of the Montblanc Villeret zero retour. It was one of those superb articles on PuristSPro that inspired me to buy my MB Villeret chronograph.
Cheers
Robin
In a words of one Edward E. Rosenbaum
“There is no such thing as an infallible doctor.”
Cheers
D
You got me, Damjan - I had to look up . . .
. . . EER on Google, and sure enough, he's one of those characters in history we take note of when their 15 minutes of fame is upon us, and then quickly forget.
I vaguely remember his story making the news when he was terminally ill.
I vaguely remember his story making the news when he was terminally ill.
Ken might be in trouble now
because your pictures but even more
your spirited input convinced me
that surely I need one too
Sincerely
Damjan
Grand Seikos and purpleheart cues . . .
. . . should be at the top of everyone's list!
Congratulations Art
I guess I'll just pull off that piece of tape on the back of SBGW001 that says "save for Art" and wear it tonight.
Cazalea
Cazalea
I owe a debt of gratitude to you . . .
. . . and Khalil Sheikh for being my second and first mentors, respectively. I'd been aware of GS for a long time, but never handled any in person until Khalil brought his collection to one of our local get-togethers in '07, and then you with your collection the following year at a Purists gathering.
[cazalea's SBGW001, Dr No's wrist, August '08]
[cazalea's SBGW001, Dr No's wrist, August '08]
I did want the first Grand Seiko to be new as a token of my personal appreciation and estimation for the Manufacturer, much the same as collectors of the independents support their favorite watchmaker.
Indebted,
Art
No worries
I bet I haven't worn it more than 3-4 times a year. Was it really 2008??
Signed,
Old guy with too many watches!
Signed,
Old guy with too many watches!
Most welcome Doc!
I always enjoy reading your writings, just well written and reflects a great deal of wealth of knowledge and passion.
Grand Seiko gave me a new scope to the world of horology. why good, solid, beautifully built watches must be expensive?! G.S. proved it should not. that's why I got it. I honestly cant find a better value...no wait, the term "value watch" is associated with watches that are compromising in one or more aspects of the watch to have a more accessible price point. but these G.S. are not compromise, they are beautifully built.
So Grand Seiko proved to me at least, is that you can have a solid, pure, three hands watch with a reasonable price. I just dont know why the Swiss brand just don't do the same?
Grand Seiko gave me a new scope to the world of horology. why good, solid, beautifully built watches must be expensive?! G.S. proved it should not. that's why I got it. I honestly cant find a better value...no wait, the term "value watch" is associated with watches that are compromising in one or more aspects of the watch to have a more accessible price point. but these G.S. are not compromise, they are beautifully built.
So Grand Seiko proved to me at least, is that you can have a solid, pure, three hands watch with a reasonable price. I just dont know why the Swiss brand just don't do the same?
The reason could well be societal, Ali. Respect for tradition . . .
. . . and value are deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Grand Seiko is nourished by the nation of Japan, much as a child is sustained by a parent.
Cordially,
Art
You are spot on, and that's what friends are for.....
... you are spot on about GS craftsmanship - I have posted here many times how diligent they are about watchmaking as well as case making and how much time and efforts are put into it. Especially the case (movement, too, though) should be appreciated in the way each one is created (15 times forging and heating, etc.) - AT THIS PRICE RANGE, is simply amazing. They confessed that it was priced too low, but they did it anyway.
And, Art, you are such a good friend and no problem at all on my side. Obviously I am closer to SEIKO manufacture than you are
Nice pics, Art.
And Congrats to Ali. Welcome to the best cost/ performance world
Best,
Ken
And, Art, you are such a good friend and no problem at all on my side. Obviously I am closer to SEIKO manufacture than you are
Nice pics, Art.
And Congrats to Ali. Welcome to the best cost/ performance world
Best,
Ken
Thank you Kin
Funny thing is, one of my friends is not too much fond about Seiko just because its a "Seiko"...the funny part is that he drive and LOVE his "Nissan" GT-R
Oh I see that you are close to Seiko? then one question, my 44GS is bought used, unfortunately the bezel is scratched, and it shows and I can feel it through my nails. so do you think I should polish it, or just live with it?
oh and Art, my second GS is the 130th anniversary one. and my last would be the Hi-Beat one if it got re-issued. then my GS chapter will be closed properly.
Oh I see that you are close to Seiko? then one question, my 44GS is bought used, unfortunately the bezel is scratched, and it shows and I can feel it through my nails. so do you think I should polish it, or just live with it?
oh and Art, my second GS is the 130th anniversary one. and my last would be the Hi-Beat one if it got re-issued. then my GS chapter will be closed properly.
I don't see...
.. why or where "Seiko" is not good enough for your friend.....
I am closer to Seiko physically (Made in Japan), but in such a case, if you cannot bear wearing a bit scratched watch, you should contact the closest Seiko service center because polishing is really the key to make that case, next to forging, and you don't want it to be ruined by untrained "street" watchmakers.
Again, congrats!
Ken
Oh No No!
I aint gonna let random individual to polish my watch thats for sure! just wanted to know if its possible to restore it back. since its possible, then I will leave it that way until maybe in the future when it really need a polish...yes, I can live with a scratched bezel ( I think I cant actually haha).
Yes, it is possible!
Try to get it done at the next servicing time. It will come back like new
Enjoy!
Ken
Enjoy!
Ken
The next time you see . . .
. . . 'The God of Adjustment', Ken, please tell him about my '65 Sea Lion, which Dad wore daily for thirty eight years. I had it tested a few weeks ago: gaining 3 seconds a day in one position (dial down), and very close to that on my wrist. This, from a watch that's been serviced thrice in five decades.
I'm wearing it with pride today.
I'm wearing it with pride today.
Art
I am convinced, Art
And I have been for a while, now. I just need to figure out which is the "right" GS for me, as I am thinking I will collect only one.
Best,
Respo