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Afternoon shot with SBGW253

New Arrival. Definitely a purist GS.
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By: RDSChicago
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KMII
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The Grand Seiko First would be my choice if it had the Special Dial logo.

As SBGW253 doesn't have it, I would choose the other one and look for another reedition of the First Grand Seiko featuring the Special Dial logo: www.watchprosite.com Best, Emmanuel
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By: RDSChicago
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quattro
962

Always an interesting issue

Rarity vs. aesthetics. If you can afford both, why not. Since you said "you were made an offer you couldn't refuse" (that would be a good line in a movie!" if you decided to sell it, you might make a few bucks. I'm a big fan of GS. One of the best value f
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By: RDSChicago
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quattro
962

Thanks Greg. All good points!

I’m actually trying to rationalize buying the watch pictured on the bottom, as I already committed to the acquire the watch on top last week, which was just serviced at Grand Seiko and offered to me at an unbelievably fair price. And lo and behold, the bo
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By: RDSChicago
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quattro
962

SBGH013 vs. SBGW253

Thinking about adding to my Grand Seiko collection. I have the opportunity to purchase either of these two watches, or both. The SBGW253 is likely the more historical piece, modeled after the First Grand Seiko. What are your thoughts, and in your opinion,
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By: RDSChicago
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quattro
962

I recognize it.

I have the one that I believe came after yours in 1960 examples. Reference SBGW253. It’s been a keeper in my collection since 2017; I believe that was the year I bought it.
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By: cazalea
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cazalea
1594

The Grand Seiko First & its many recreations

The Grand Seiko First , released in 1960 , can probably be considered one of the most significant watches in the history of Japanese horology. It marks the moment when Japan decided to compete directly with Switzerland in the realms of high precision and
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By: quattro
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KMII
2588

Sake and a Seiko

A Japanese pairing today: SBGW253 with Tamanohikari
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By: Cardio
11
quattro
600

Haven’t worn this Grand Seiko in a while.

This is the only Grand Seiko I’ve ever owned and I absolutely love it. Model SBGW253 from around 2017. Have a great week everyone!
1Y
By: Champthekid
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Champthekid
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G S evolution 9 SLGA021 midnight blue.

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By: pmh6000
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KMII
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