Messages: 5521 Location: Rhode Island
Registered: April 2004
I found it!
Thu, 05 September 2019 08:54
A few posts down, Alex introduced us to a new Presage with a Spring Drive mov't in it (Caliber 5R65). I was hoping that, not being a GS, it would have a more "affordable" price. It didn't. Price is 4,650 Euros. So, I figured I'd check the Grand Seiko website to see what the least expensive GS w/ a Spring Drive would be ... and guess what? I found one that's actually less than the Presage, and w/ a better mov't in it (caliber (9R65).
Although I'd rather have a "sport" model, I can't complain too much. List price is only $3,800 US. I didn't know you could still get a GS w/ a Spring Drive for that little. While I still can't afford one now, I can start saving my pennies and maybe have one in the future. Or, maybe a "lightly used" one for even less.
So, what do you guys think?
Pic from the GS website
39mm x 12.3mm SS case
AR coated sapphire crystal front
sapphire crystal display back
WR 100m
148 grams on full length bracelet
Messages: 13687 Location: Southern Oregon Coast
Registered: September 2009
Re: I found it!
Thu, 05 September 2019 10:12
Good research, John. That is a bit baffling, as Steve said. And, while the size is too small for my tastes I can readily see your interest in it. Keep saving, my friend. Karl
Messages: 7026 Location: Southern California
Registered: July 2007
Indeed it is a great watch for the price!
Thu, 05 September 2019 11:31
Here is mine, same model, in the champagne dial. Had it for over a year now and still love it. Simple but amazing watch with the Zaratsu polishing and spring drive movement.
I say go for it! Also, if you shop around you can get one for less than MSRP. I know a guy here in LA that can probably get you a new one for a decent discount. I love spending other people's money.
Time may change me, but I can't trace time... @watchwineman on Instagram
Messages: 7026 Location: Southern California
Registered: July 2007
Hey Karl, it doesn't wear small
Thu, 05 September 2019 11:51
I think it is because of how the dial and case are made, at least on the Champagne color dial. I like 40 MM and up watches but on my wrist this one feels perfect.
Time may change me, but I can't trace time... @watchwineman on Instagram
Messages: 13687 Location: Southern Oregon Coast
Registered: September 2009
Thanks, Gary.
Thu, 05 September 2019 11:56
Yeah, I know that some watches wear either bigger or smaller than what is suggested by their actual size. Just glad to hear that you have one and that you like it, my friend. Take care. Karl
Messages: 3283 Location: ...
Registered: November 2008
Re: I think it's a great watch at a great price, but
Thu, 05 September 2019 18:40
Steve S. (CT) wrote on Thu, 05 September 2019 09:31
Seiko's marketing strategy baffles me by pricing a Grand Seiko with a better movement lower than a Presage with a lower grade movement.
I suspect they are just out of phase for the moment in the march upward in pricing. I'd lock-in the GS now if you want it at that price. That pricing anomaly simply cannot stand in the long run.
Messages: 13687 Location: Southern Oregon Coast
Registered: September 2009
Re: Not to mention ruin it and make it look F'ugy!
Thu, 05 September 2019 19:12
Gary, bless your heart! Someone who feels the same way that I do about bunds (won't even give them a big B.) :>) I have along running fun feud with Ron on the Breitling Forum about them. He's always trying to get my goat with photos of his. The man was spawned from the pits of Rod Serling's mind. :>)))
Messages: 5521 Location: Rhode Island
Registered: April 2004
Unfortunately, I think you are right
Fri, 06 September 2019 08:22
The problem is, I don't have the money now. And by the time I do save the money, it'll probably be a whole lot more. So, I'll probably miss out on it :-(
Messages: 5521 Location: Rhode Island
Registered: April 2004
Thanks for the info!
Fri, 06 September 2019 08:35
Haven't seen them in person yet, as there are no GS dealers near me (at least none that I know of). So now you've got me thinking ... do I really want the black dial version? LOL, decisions, decisions. Guess I'll have to do a road trip some day to take a look for myself. There's got to be a dealer within driving distance from me. I'll have to check the GS website and see.
Also, thanks for the offer to possibly get one at a better price from the AD near you. Problem is, we live on opposite sides of the Country - LOL.
