The only negative with grand seiko is its resale value. If you sell it after a few years you would be lucky to get half your money back unlike rolex or patek. But other than that it's a beautiful watch.
@@spyknife if you take the resale value into consideration when buying a watch, it's not the right watch. Choose a watch that doesn't need to be resold. Something you want to take into your grave with you.
I consider myself an enthusiast and can appreciate grand Seiko in a profound way. But, I do prefer the timeless style and design of a Rolex, that only gains value over time and tells a story.
RED PILL SOCIETY You actually made my point. A watch enthusiast who doesn’t want to own a Grand Seiko will bring up issues with the actual watches, rather than just trashing the name on the dial, and saying Japanese watches are inferior. To be fair, though, there are some GS models like the Peakcock going up in value, just not as many as Rolex. I absolutely love both GS and Rolex, they are my two favorite brands right now.
I can't stand it. They just clickbait everything. 5 reasons why you shouldn't buy (insert watch) and then they just talk about the specs of the watch instead of giving the points of why you shouldn't buy it. He just waffles.
I remember when this video was first uploaded a few years ago, I regulary revisited as a way to keep my eyes on the price or in this case, on my grial. Last month I finally got my snowflake and it surpassed all my expectations. A true modern icon.
"You can almost imagine that the coldness of the case when you put the watch on first thing is the morning is actually emanating from the dial itself " - just beautiful !
Forget the iPad, forget the jet plane, imagine taking one of these back to the dark ages. They would immediately presume anything so perfect would have been made by the gods for the gods.
2 years on and the commentary of the watch alongside with the visuals still give me goosebumps. You have made me want to own one from the day I watched this video and I still do.... I guess that's the type of staying power this watch has.
Spring drive is my dream.... It really is the pinnacle of horology. Refusing to accept how incredible it is is like refusing to believe that electric drive is the future of automotive.
Except for people who want an entirely mechanical watch and not a hybrid of a mechanical and an electric watch. I value the proposition, which is almost a marvel of technology (still a step down quartz watches for me), but I just can't love a watch which uses other fields than mechanics (like magnetic fields for the spring drive). Besides, I highly respect Seiko for their research of precision and practicality, but there is nothing more than pure rationality in the watch, and I simply doesn't feel anything while looking at a Seiko.
ekim andersom lmfao tell that to the model S Plaid, doing 0 - 60 in under 2 seconds for less than $140k. It’s impossible to find a more powerful gas car for that price. This isn’t even the final form.
ekim andersom also look it up, the best selling Porsche right now is Porsche Taycan. It’s also the most powerful Porsche you can get for the money. Don’t forget, that’s the first ever electric Porsche.
I've had a Grand Seiko GMT for 5 years now, SBGE005, and the dial is just amazing. While it's not the snowflake version, Seiko have said the dial on my JDM version was even more sophisticated to make than the Snowflake. My Grand Seiko is my daily wearer, and I never get sick of the creamy sweeping of the second hand nor the near-perfect accuracy. It's so accurate that I had to measure it in years, not days. COSC becomes a laughing matter. My GMT was +15 seconds over the course of one year, so +1.25 seconds a month. I still can't get over it. My Rolex now only gets weekend wrist time.
I have the updated version - SBGE2005 actually and that's what I read online as well - the champagne dial is more complicated to make than the Snowflake. I do take that with a grain of salt as I don't see how it could with the lack of repeating patterns in the snowflake...but this doesn't make me love my GS GMT any less!
I bought a GS a few weeks ago because I felt it was time to try out the brand. Only one word can describe the dial, "perfection". Everything, the polish, the graining, is literally perfect, even when viewing under a 10x loupe
@@ryanray6215 Well no, there is no lume, you need at least some light. However, in low light, you definitely still can as the indicies reflect like a mirror
i believe that was the intention of the artisans polishing of the indices and hands to such a high degree. To ensure high visibility at all angles and most lighting conditions
I’m so excited just knowing this is my next watch. I’m in probably my favorite phase in the process which is to watch every video and read every review about the watch before actually purchasing it.
It's SO crazy how perfect a GS looks even under the closest macro perspective possible! GS may have a more industrial finish on it's movements but even they're looking beautiful under high magnification! Congrats for another great video.
Good mentality. Really man if youre looking at all the numbers in and out, youll most likely be able to get it alot sooner than you thought. Best of luck.
May the watch god's bless you my son go my boy I am happy you are not a worshipper of satan (mvmt and DW and vincero) you deserve this and you will get it soon my son Some one pray for me too ❤️
Ok. This one got me. The shot at the end of the second hand sweeping over the dial really does feel like a jumbo jet or some other man made marvel flying over snow covered tundra. If Grand Seiko wasn’t so inaccessible - I think the closest store is over 200 miles from me - I would genuinely be looking to buy one.
I have to add one of these to my collection. This channel is so addictive with the mysterious hands holding the watches, the perfect voice and the magical narrations. Love it!
I have my Snowflake for 2+ years, I had many more watches, other GS, more expensive, etc. But the Snowflake is still my favorite, I still adore the dial everytime I have it on my wrist.
As an industrial designer It just blows my mind how much effort they put into these tiny tiny masterpieces. The thought put into the small details makes you question why spend more money on certain watches other than their namesakes. This is purity at its best.
Honestly this is the best piece of writing about the SBGA211 that I've heard on RUclips or read on watch news outlets. Bravo, Watchfinder & Co., that was beautiful.
I was looking at this watch and its dial in details at a local AD another day. I couldn't believe myself that I cried. Imagine how much work and how hard those watchmakers have devoted themselves into this watch. Never had the same feeling from my Omega or Rolex.
@lolroflkartoffel123 i bought it for the details whats wrong with that...? Those that know what it is appreciate it and those that dont well.....who cares lol. I wouldnt really consider this a luxury item. You get alot of bang for buck with this watch. Id say for it to be a luxury item there has to be an atificially boosted price tag. Like a lamborghini huracan. We all know its an audi r8 just rebadged. The quality and performance has peaked at $200k but they sell the car for over 300k. If you get what i mean. This is just my idea of a luxury item btw. To someone else a chair can be a luxury haha. Its all relative but i think best way to define luxury item would be bang for buck value.
This is an awesome watch for to many reasons. One for my collection for sure. And yes, you guys at watchfinder & Co have produced yet another gem of a video.
Fantastic review and stunning macro footages. The one reason I'd take this over a Rolex or any other high end watch brand is the fact that the technology and craftsmanship put into GS watches simply cannot be replicated by even the best of replica watchmakers. With reps of daytona, subs, royal oaks etc..being very near identical (even down to the weight level) as their genuine counterpart, it always makes me question the authenticity of these watches when I see someone wearing it on the streets. I am also certain it would be the same vice versa.
Great summary of my grail watch which I am now happy to own since few months. And having the pleasure to look at it in real is far more satisfying than looking at the best pictures and videos of it 😍 In a way it reminds me one of my favourite country : Iceland because it's ❄ and 🔥 at the same time.
GS is second to none with precision finish and quality control. I wouldn't consider really anything else for an elegant/dressy watch if I'm looking to buy new. Why spend more for the big Swiss names when they can't compete with the attention to detail that GS presents?
footballcoreano In which way is it less precisely made than those you mentioned? The movement? the dial? (I doubt it very much), the case finishing?(I doubt it), the bracelet? (yes, possibly). Please be specific as maybe you have ownership experience with both GS and some of these comparable Swiss watches and can share your knowledge with us more clearly.
@footballcoreano The fact that you think a Grand Seiko spring drive movement is inaccurate tells me that you know literally nothing about watches. They're tested at +/- 10 seconds a month. And their finishing is every bit the equal of the Swiss.
People complain about the resale value on Grand Seiko watches, and of course there are right. The watches Undisputedly are as good as any ie Rolex, Omega any high profile watch at the relative price range . If you expect a good resale price don’t buy a Grand Seiko.,these watches are for people who are not to concerned about the resale value. When you consider the labour cost in Japan are lower than in Switzerland, knowing the money has been spent on the watch not on hype and over advertising.
Bought my Snowflake today on the strength of this video. Normally a Rolex person this is a lovely additional to the collection. The titanium is a different feel per this video, it is a bit of a shock the watch is so light. Need to check the accuracy over the next few weeks. 🙂☘️🇮🇪
I've always appreciated the GS Snowflake, but your video and narration has taken it to a new level! I can picture looking at fresh powder when the video pans along the dial. Japan ski trip and watch shopping anyone?
@Tom The Fish Oh yes, absolutely. Saw the SBGH 269 earlier this week, actually. It's an amazing piece of artwork, both the dial and the caseback. For me, it would be a bit too seasonal and tough to wear year-round where I live in the Southwestern US. If I lived in a more seasonal place, it could be a runner.
is that good in person? because on pictures it looks strange and some other ones looks good i pictures and in person are not so good. (you mean the red peacock?)
Always happy to see a GS come by. Huge fan of these watches. I tried the snowflake on and it is spectacularly beautiful, but at 41 mm just a smidge too large.. :-(
benoit debrock lol I tried it on and thought it was too small, but then I’m a big guy with big wrists, anything under 42 looks tiny and Rolexes look like children’s watches. Plus I hate small watches.
I was lucky enough to hold a GS Snowflake last summer. The dial and smooth sweep of the blued second hand was stunning. This and a ceramic no date Submariner are the two watches that by far spoken to me the most.
Always love your channel and how you look at quality over brand at times as well. Letting an average person understand that there’s more to it than just brand. Seiko is so underrated. Great micro shot of the dial!
I've been watching your GS videos as well as other's like Teddy and Jenni for a while now. Even went as far as to watch the entire lecture about spring drive linked from your how spring drive works video. Two days ago, I pulled the trigger and ordered a Snowflake Spring Drive ref. SBGA211 from Japan. Now I can't even focus on my job properly I'm so excited.
The quality of finish is just superb. When compared to a premium Swiss watch the price is ridiculously cheap - even more so on the used market. I want one.
By far and I do mean, by far, you are the most pleasant channel to follow if you are a watch lover. You nail it every time and the respect for the not obvious brands is very pleasant to notice. Big tumbs up. Glad to subscribe.
one aspect that is never mentioned in the reviews is that this watch is silent. No TikTok. This contributes to the sense of peace of the dial and the blue hand that glides smoothly
I was comparing it to a few rolex before buying it few months ago and imo this thing stomps everything they had in stock. Just my opinion but rolex is more of the name than anything else. Very good watches of course but we all know those prices just dont add up to what you get.
This is a beautiful beautiful watch. Although pretty simple in layout it screams "expensive". I can never afford these type of watches but I appreciate the video
I like your channel because I've always had a thing for mechanical watches, ever since I saw my flight instructor wear an Omega Speedmaster Professional back in 1967. I have to assume he wore a .321 "Moonwatch" because I first soled a Cessna in late 1968 and received a .861 Speedmaster as a BD gift in July of 1969 only 10 days after Apollo 11 landed on the Moon. We "space junkies" all know that Buzz Aldrin was the first person to wear a wristwatch on the moon (a .321 Omega Speedmaster). Neil Armstrong was reported to leave his "Speedy" hanging on the LEM's instrument panel for timing purposes because the built-in Bulova clock somehow lost its accuracy when approaching the Moon. I'd like to learn a little more about why Neil Armstrong left his .321 Speedmaster Professional hanging on the LM's instrument panel when Buzz Aldrin wore his first on the Moon. Thus the first "wristwatch" on the moon. As a matter of fact, there were many other clocks, including Bulova's sent to the moon before Apollo 11. Bulova's had a reputation of being the most accurate clocks at the time because of their "tuning forks" time crystals. But no Bulova could have been accepted as a "wristwatch" at the time because NASA had requested multiple wristwatch companies to submit their wristwatch timepieces for testing. Rolex, Omega, Hamilton and a few others submitted to NASA's request for submission of wristwatches. It seems not many other competitors cared to submit their brands. However, a few brands, like Rolex and Omega did. Omega won the contest for heat testing, vibration testing, and crystal testing. The Omega Speedmaster won the contest from only a very few submissions. If any other wristwatch manufacturer had known of the importance of NASA's request, I'm sure more than 50 wristwatch manufacturers would have submitted their wares. But they never bothered. Thus they lost the chance to become the "first watch on the moon". History is now complete.
Magnificent artwork by proud artisans. Far better to focus on the incredible, smooth sweep of the seconds hand over a glorious dial, by far the best of any mechanical timepiece, anywhere. A remarkable amalgamation of traditional watchcraft and science tech. Chapeau!
A power reserve indicator is always beneficial for me, whatever it's on a manual or automatic watch because I always have more than one watch in my rotation.
Agree that GS makes the best dials, but I don’t think the snowflake is their best. Certainly their most iconic, but they have some insanely flashy dials.
I tried this watch on for the first time yesterday and was surprised by just how light it is. Before seeing it in person, I was concerned by lug to lug and height/thickness. After trying it on, I still think it could be slimmer. Not a huge fan of GS cases but dials are obviously next level.
Finally got hands on with some Grand Seiko watches recently and I have to agree the praise is deserved. What they're doing is completely out of this world. This video didn't even mention the hands with separate mirror-polished edges. Nobody else does that, and it's as useful in catching the light as it is beautiful. BTW I don't like the SPRING DRIVE font. Watch manufacturers of the world: if you got something to say, put it in the manual, or on a hang tag. I don' t need to read it on the dial every day.
@@lifesanabyss2727 that's awesome, what do you have? I've got a CW C60 600 mk3 and Steinhart Pepsi atm. Hopefully one day I make it to the bigger leagues too :)
Thank you so much for this. Two years after I first watched it, it convinced me to make the Snowflake my first big watch purchase. You have such a knack for summing up a watch.
Grand Seiko and Seiko have the best dials out there, and we still haven't described every other technical achievement and capability they have. Like how the mirror polish is done on the titanium case and the hands + markers.
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It’s worth every penny. Bought mine early this year and haven’t regretted it for a second!!
Snazzy Labs lol buy me one pls! Love ur vids btw
How could someone regret buying this watch for a second if even the seconds are orgasmic to look at?
How does the titanium hold up in regards to scratches?
The only negative with grand seiko is its resale value. If you sell it after a few years you would be lucky to get half your money back unlike rolex or patek.
But other than that it's a beautiful watch.
@@spyknife if you take the resale value into consideration when buying a watch, it's not the right watch. Choose a watch that doesn't need to be resold. Something you want to take into your grave with you.
Want to differentiate a true watch enthusiast from a status symbol chaser?
Just ask them about Grand Seiko.
Want to differentiate a true enthusiast from a gateway sheep?
Also ask them about Grand Seiko
@@sohamparab7436 Found the salty Rolex owner
Chi-Town California that comment made me laugh so hard!
I consider myself an enthusiast and can appreciate grand Seiko in a profound way. But, I do prefer the timeless style and design of a Rolex, that only gains value over time and tells a story.
RED PILL SOCIETY You actually made my point. A watch enthusiast who doesn’t want to own a Grand Seiko will bring up issues with the actual watches, rather than just trashing the name on the dial, and saying Japanese watches are inferior. To be fair, though, there are some GS models like the Peakcock going up in value, just not as many as Rolex. I absolutely love both GS and Rolex, they are my two favorite brands right now.
I must say. I am addict to this channel.
Totally 💊💉
I can't stand it. They just clickbait everything. 5 reasons why you shouldn't buy (insert watch) and then they just talk about the specs of the watch instead of giving the points of why you shouldn't buy it. He just waffles.
Watches are addicting you know 😂
Im 17 and i have 4 watches by now
Cant stopppp
I remember when this video was first uploaded a few years ago, I regulary revisited as a way to keep my eyes on the price or in this case, on my grial. Last month I finally got my snowflake and it surpassed all my expectations. A true modern icon.
"You can almost imagine that the coldness of the case when you put the watch on first thing is the morning is actually emanating from the dial itself " - just beautiful !
Forget the iPad, forget the jet plane, imagine taking one of these back to the dark ages. They would immediately presume anything so perfect would have been made by the gods for the gods.
biscuitsalive it'd probably just be called heresy
i could see Zeus wear this
They'd then look at the power reserve indicator and conclude that these gods are not perfect after all
Nope, matchbox is the king, famously nothing impressive exists after that.
What? They are not?
This guy could sell MVMT watches to Hans Wilsdorf....
Best comment here lol! ...and yes, this channel and his commentary is simply fantastic.
@Jaime Yang 😂😂😂
2 years on and the commentary of the watch alongside with the visuals still give me goosebumps. You have made me want to own one from the day I watched this video and I still do.... I guess that's the type of staying power this watch has.
Spring drive is my dream.... It really is the pinnacle of horology.
Refusing to accept how incredible it is is like refusing to believe that electric drive is the future of automotive.
Except electric drive isn’t the future of automotive, bio fuels is.
Except for people who want an entirely mechanical watch and not a hybrid of a mechanical and an electric watch. I value the proposition, which is almost a marvel of technology (still a step down quartz watches for me), but I just can't love a watch which uses other fields than mechanics (like magnetic fields for the spring drive).
Besides, I highly respect Seiko for their research of precision and practicality, but there is nothing more than pure rationality in the watch, and I simply doesn't feel anything while looking at a Seiko.
ekim andersom lmfao tell that to the model S Plaid, doing 0 - 60 in under 2 seconds for less than $140k. It’s impossible to find a more powerful gas car for that price. This isn’t even the final form.
ekim andersom also look it up, the best selling Porsche right now is Porsche Taycan. It’s also the most powerful Porsche you can get for the money. Don’t forget, that’s the first ever electric Porsche.
I've had a Grand Seiko GMT for 5 years now, SBGE005, and the dial is just amazing. While it's not the snowflake version, Seiko have said the dial on my JDM version was even more sophisticated to make than the Snowflake. My Grand Seiko is my daily wearer, and I never get sick of the creamy sweeping of the second hand nor the near-perfect accuracy. It's so accurate that I had to measure it in years, not days. COSC becomes a laughing matter. My GMT was +15 seconds over the course of one year, so +1.25 seconds a month. I still can't get over it. My Rolex now only gets weekend wrist time.
I have the updated version - SBGE2005 actually and that's what I read online as well - the champagne dial is more complicated to make than the Snowflake. I do take that with a grain of salt as I don't see how it could with the lack of repeating patterns in the snowflake...but this doesn't make me love my GS GMT any less!
3:42 I agree with you!! When you visit this country, you never want go back home! :)
I bought a GS a few weeks ago because I felt it was time to try out the brand. Only one word can describe the dial, "perfection". Everything, the polish, the graining, is literally perfect, even when viewing under a 10x loupe
Can you see the time at night , when is pitched black ?
@@ryanray6215 Well no, there is no lume, you need at least some light. However, in low light, you definitely still can as the indicies reflect like a mirror
i believe that was the intention of the artisans polishing of the indices and hands to such a high degree. To ensure high visibility at all angles and most lighting conditions
It’s almost perfect. The only flaw is that it’s too big. 41mm case and 49mm lug to lug is a turn off.
@@LorianandLothric That all depends how big wrist you have.
You chose your words for this presentation , perfectly .
It’s like ASMR of watches
What?!
More please!
John Ng yeah I use these to sleep
Man now I wish he lets us listen to the sound of the watch
This is my Grail. If only I didn’t have to eat for a year or two
You'll get it mate
I feel exactly the same.
Me too man.
I’m so excited just knowing this is my next watch. I’m in probably my favorite phase in the process which is to watch every video and read every review about the watch before actually purchasing it.
It's SO crazy how perfect a GS looks even under the closest macro perspective possible! GS may have a more industrial finish on it's movements but even they're looking beautiful under high magnification! Congrats for another great video.
The Grand seikos are hand finished though. All hand polished, etc
I come here for watches but I stay for the storytelling 🤣
Phoumara Nuon its a free course in history lesson as well
Great comment!!!
These videos are so poetic. Borderline corny ;)
we all did ;))
Finally my fav watch gets the praise it deserves.. Wish to own it someday...
Just got this watch as a wedding present on Saturday love it so much I can't help but stare at it 😍
Congrats!
lucky son of a gun. Enjoy :P
I got a Timex for my wedding gift! It’s the thought that counts! But congrats on marriage and watch!
Billy Kaminski fuck off mate😂 Much joy and happiness to you. Kind of jealous still.
If you had to give up your wife or the watch which would you choose? 😂
One day... One day I will own this goddamn watch
That's the attitude!
Good mentality. Really man if youre looking at all the numbers in and out, youll most likely be able to get it alot sooner than you thought. Best of luck.
That's the spirit dude.. I know you will
I believe in you
May the watch god's bless you my son go my boy I am happy you are not a worshipper of satan (mvmt and DW and vincero) you deserve this and you will get it soon my son
Some one pray for me too ❤️
That shot at 2:42 is beautiful af. Camera spins as the watch spins, making the sweeping second hand appears lile it's at stand still. Perfection!
Ok. This one got me. The shot at the end of the second hand sweeping over the dial really does feel like a jumbo jet or some other man made marvel flying over snow covered tundra. If Grand Seiko wasn’t so inaccessible - I think the closest store is over 200 miles from me - I would genuinely be looking to buy one.
I have to add one of these to my collection. This channel is so addictive with the mysterious hands holding the watches, the perfect voice and the magical narrations. Love it!
I have my Snowflake for 2+ years, I had many more watches, other GS, more expensive, etc. But the Snowflake is still my favorite, I still adore the dial everytime I have it on my wrist.
Do you find the titanium scratches easily?
@@thscful no, doesn't scratch any more than my stainless steel watches.
Do you find it too thick?
@@DarkPa1adin no
This simply has to be one of the best commentary on a watch. Very well done. I could feel what the video and words wanted to portray.
I got my first Grand Seiko a few days ago. They are so worth the price!
As an industrial designer
It just blows my mind how much effort they put into these tiny tiny masterpieces. The thought put into the small details makes you question why spend more money on certain watches other than their namesakes. This is purity at its best.
Beautiful! Especially with that sweeping seconds hand moving across it.
Honestly this is the best piece of writing about the SBGA211 that I've heard on RUclips or read on watch news outlets. Bravo, Watchfinder & Co., that was beautiful.
he is a Brit after all
Wait, “when I put it on in the morning”?! You’re assuming I’d ever take this thing off? Ha!
or put it on, for polar opposite people :D
The blue seconds hand is a great touch that I can't get over...
I absolutely adore Grand Seiko. I daily an SBGA101, and can give them a whole-hearted recommendation.
I was looking at this watch and its dial in details at a local AD another day. I couldn't believe myself that I cried. Imagine how much work and how hard those watchmakers have devoted themselves into this watch. Never had the same feeling from my Omega or Rolex.
You cried at the AD?
@@reverbandchillProbably relief at no waiting list...
I live in Minnesota... I don't need my watch to remind me of the dreadful winter
(Kidding, this watch is perfection)
Hello from sunny Scotland.
Lucky you
🤣 Good comment
That shot following sweeping second hand!😍
Grand Seiko marks the difference between desiring a watch just to show off and true admiration for the details
@lolroflkartoffel123 i bought it for the details whats wrong with that...? Those that know what it is appreciate it and those that dont well.....who cares lol. I wouldnt really consider this a luxury item. You get alot of bang for buck with this watch. Id say for it to be a luxury item there has to be an atificially boosted price tag. Like a lamborghini huracan. We all know its an audi r8 just rebadged. The quality and performance has peaked at $200k but they sell the car for over 300k. If you get what i mean. This is just my idea of a luxury item btw. To someone else a chair can be a luxury haha. Its all relative but i think best way to define luxury item would be bang for buck value.
That is one beautiful camera work! 00:38
This is an awesome watch for to many reasons. One for my collection for sure.
And yes, you guys at watchfinder & Co have produced yet another gem of a video.
Fantastic review and stunning macro footages. The one reason I'd take this over a Rolex or any other high end watch brand is the fact that the technology and craftsmanship put into GS watches simply cannot be replicated by even the best of replica watchmakers. With reps of daytona, subs, royal oaks etc..being very near identical (even down to the weight level) as their genuine counterpart, it always makes me question the authenticity of these watches when I see someone wearing it on the streets. I am also certain it would be the same vice versa.
Great summary of my grail watch which I am now happy to own since few months. And having the pleasure to look at it in real is far more satisfying than looking at the best pictures and videos of it 😍 In a way it reminds me one of my favourite country : Iceland because it's ❄ and 🔥 at the same time.
Perfection. Love the seamless combination of high tech and materials that took 25 yrs of development with such a pure artistic streak.
OMG this guy could sell ice to the Eskimo's. I've never considered a GS and now I am.
GS is second to none with precision finish and quality control. I wouldn't consider really anything else for an elegant/dressy watch if I'm looking to buy new. Why spend more for the big Swiss names when they can't compete with the attention to detail that GS presents?
footballcoreano In which way is it less precisely made than those you mentioned? The movement? the dial? (I doubt it very much), the case finishing?(I doubt it), the bracelet? (yes, possibly). Please be specific as maybe you have ownership experience with both GS and some of these comparable Swiss watches and can share your knowledge with us more clearly.
@footballcoreano The fact that you think a Grand Seiko spring drive movement is inaccurate tells me that you know literally nothing about watches. They're tested at +/- 10 seconds a month. And their finishing is every bit the equal of the Swiss.
@footballcoreano You are a cretin. Goodbye
@footballcoreano shut up nerd
You’re a wordsmith ... in love with your scripts and passion with which you describe ...
People complain about the resale value on Grand Seiko watches, and of course there are right. The watches Undisputedly are as good as any ie Rolex, Omega any high profile watch at the relative price range . If you expect a good resale price don’t buy a Grand Seiko.,these watches are for people who are not to concerned about the resale value. When you consider the labour cost in Japan are lower than in Switzerland, knowing the money has been spent on the watch not on hype and over advertising.
I don't have words to how beautiful this watch is and the Watchfinder people do a fabulous job showing it off! Bravo!
Bought my Snowflake today on the strength of this video. Normally a Rolex person this is a lovely additional to the collection. The titanium is a different feel per this video, it is a bit of a shock the watch is so light. Need to check the accuracy over the next few weeks. 🙂☘️🇮🇪
I've always appreciated the GS Snowflake, but your video and narration has taken it to a new level! I can picture looking at fresh powder when the video pans along the dial. Japan ski trip and watch shopping anyone?
This watch is phenomenal!! - nicest dial ever!! - just stunning!!
The snowflake dial is fantastic but don't overlook the peacock dial
That is an amazing dial!
yes, fully agree but have you ever seen the new Autumn dial by GS? It's breathtaking
The Winter and Spring seasons dials are equally amazing. ⌚👍🇯🇵
@Tom The Fish Oh yes, absolutely. Saw the SBGH 269 earlier this week, actually. It's an amazing piece of artwork, both the dial and the caseback. For me, it would be a bit too seasonal and tough to wear year-round where I live in the Southwestern US. If I lived in a more seasonal place, it could be a runner.
is that good in person? because on pictures it looks strange and some other ones looks good i pictures and in person are not so good. (you mean the red peacock?)
Best watch videos on RUclips award goes to this channel.
So poetic! Outstanding film making.
Always happy to see a GS come by. Huge fan of these watches. I tried the snowflake on and it is spectacularly beautiful, but at 41 mm just a smidge too large.. :-(
benoit debrock lol I tried it on and thought it was too small, but then I’m a big guy with big wrists, anything under 42 looks tiny and Rolexes look like children’s watches. Plus I hate small watches.
@@Jabber-ig3iw ok?
Have a look at the new Grand Seiko SBGY007
@@RayRay79 niiccccceeee! Thanks for the heads-up
I was lucky enough to hold a GS Snowflake last summer. The dial and smooth sweep of the blued second hand was stunning. This and a ceramic no date Submariner are the two watches that by far spoken to me the most.
Got mine last Spring. A joy every time I check the time!
A well deserved video for the Snowflake!! Both the watch and video as high end as if gets 👍👍
Always love your channel and how you look at quality over brand at times as well. Letting an average person understand that there’s more to it than just brand. Seiko is so underrated. Great micro shot of the dial!
A beautiful watch. The combination of the traditional and the modern, wonderful.
That smooth second hand sweep is one of the most beautiful watch movements in history.
@@David-ud9ju Yes, indeed!.
This guy can tell me I will die of cancer tomorrow and I'll still be happy to hear his voice.
Grand Seiko dials are a thing to behold, they're beautiful, intricate and enticing!
The review is every bit a piece of art as the watch. This is language, wielded with mastery. Much like the artistry of the dial.
The best watch I've owned period
I have owned a GS - not this one - for five years and I still find myself spellbound by the beauty of the dial.
The Grand Seiko Seasons collection has some pretty dope dials too.
I've been watching your GS videos as well as other's like Teddy and Jenni for a while now. Even went as far as to watch the entire lecture about spring drive linked from your how spring drive works video. Two days ago, I pulled the trigger and ordered a Snowflake Spring Drive ref. SBGA211 from Japan. Now I can't even focus on my job properly I'm so excited.
If I could use only one word to describe this watch it would be: mesmerizing.
The quality of finish is just superb. When compared to a premium Swiss watch the price is ridiculously cheap - even more so on the used market. I want one.
By far and I do mean, by far, you are the most pleasant channel to follow if you are a watch lover. You nail it every time and the respect for the not obvious brands is very pleasant to notice. Big tumbs up. Glad to subscribe.
one aspect that is never mentioned in the reviews is that this watch is silent. No TikTok. This contributes to the sense of peace of the dial and the blue hand that glides smoothly
Totally agree with your title - this is my favourite Grand Seiko, if I had the cash, I would buy one of these over a Rolex Datejust
I was comparing it to a few rolex before buying it few months ago and imo this thing stomps everything they had in stock. Just my opinion but rolex is more of the name than anything else. Very good watches of course but we all know those prices just dont add up to what you get.
@@stefanfreestylez Yep totally agree!
Honestly I could listen to this gentleman speak all day. His vocabulary, pronunciation, pace are all on point.
This is a beautiful beautiful watch. Although pretty simple in layout it screams "expensive". I can never afford these type of watches but I appreciate the video
Absolutely wonderful narration I have ever experienced beholding ever. Never knew a watch can make me into tears.
I've seen on in person...they and of GSs are fantastic!
I like your channel because I've always had a thing for mechanical watches, ever since I saw my flight instructor wear an Omega Speedmaster Professional back in 1967. I have to assume he wore a .321 "Moonwatch" because I first soled a Cessna in late 1968 and received a .861 Speedmaster as a BD gift in July of 1969 only 10 days after Apollo 11 landed on the Moon. We "space junkies" all know that Buzz Aldrin was the first person to wear a wristwatch on the moon (a .321 Omega Speedmaster). Neil Armstrong was reported to leave his "Speedy" hanging on the LEM's instrument panel for timing purposes because the built-in Bulova clock somehow lost its accuracy when approaching the Moon. I'd like to learn a little more about why Neil Armstrong left his .321 Speedmaster Professional hanging on the LM's instrument panel when Buzz Aldrin wore his first on the Moon. Thus the first "wristwatch" on the moon.
As a matter of fact, there were many other clocks, including Bulova's sent to the moon before Apollo 11. Bulova's had a reputation of being the most accurate clocks at the time because of their "tuning forks" time crystals. But no Bulova could have been accepted as a "wristwatch" at the time because NASA had requested multiple wristwatch companies to submit their wristwatch timepieces for testing. Rolex, Omega, Hamilton and a few others submitted to NASA's request for submission of wristwatches. It seems not many other competitors cared to submit their brands. However, a few brands, like Rolex and Omega did. Omega won the contest for heat testing, vibration testing, and crystal testing. The Omega Speedmaster won the contest from only a very few submissions.
If any other wristwatch manufacturer had known of the importance of NASA's request, I'm sure more than 50 wristwatch manufacturers would have submitted their wares. But they never bothered. Thus they lost the chance to become the "first watch on the moon". History is now complete.
It's a good day when watchfinder releases a new video.
Magnificent artwork by proud artisans. Far better to focus on the incredible, smooth sweep of the seconds hand over a glorious dial, by far the best of any mechanical timepiece, anywhere. A remarkable amalgamation of traditional watchcraft and science tech. Chapeau!
that micro shot of the perfectly finished dial makes me orgasm
GS is the best in that price range
the finishing is better than Rolex without a doubt
grand seiko dials blow me away, the spring drive is pretty amazing too. Hopefully ill save my way to one relatively soon.
If they would just remove the darn power reserve, a) its an automatic/spring b) its such an odd placement and unnatractive shape
I own a SBGA029, and when viewing the watch at a shop, I felt the same. But somehow, it grew on me 🤷🏼♀️
A power reserve indicator is always beneficial for me, whatever it's on a manual or automatic watch because I always have more than one watch in my rotation.
I very much enjoy your calm narration. Thank-You. Grand Seiko is one of my grail watches.
Agree that GS makes the best dials, but I don’t think the snowflake is their best. Certainly their most iconic, but they have some insanely flashy dials.
Indeed. Love the SBGA403 with that "Lion Mane" dial, unfortunately at 44.5mm that watch is just too big!
I tried this watch on for the first time yesterday and was surprised by just how light it is. Before seeing it in person, I was concerned by lug to lug and height/thickness. After trying it on, I still think it could be slimmer. Not a huge fan of GS cases but dials are obviously next level.
Almost the perfect watch. I wish it was 38-39 mm, it had micro adjustments, 10 mm thick and power meter on the back.
Exactly the same here.
Yes, agree.
Hate the power reserve!! Really takes away from the dial.
SBGZ003, just what you are looking for.
They made limited edition 39mm snowflakes in solid gold. Exactly the same just smaller in dimensions and made in white, yellow and rose gold IIRC.
The closing words were pure poetry.
Hats off to you good sir.
2:39 how tf do u get a shot like that
the video footage, the choice words...GS should definitely hire you for marketing. this is amazing work mate
Rolex: we make the best watches
Seiko: Hold my beer.
Never thought I’d get goose bumps watching a Seiko video... Well done, sir!
I got a Snowflake a few months ago. Rarely off my wrist.
2:02 I still had a dynamo on my bike light, when I was a child and I am only 16 now, so more people still do get that reference than you might expect.
I now want a Grand Seiko... 😍
Finally got hands on with some Grand Seiko watches recently and I have to agree the praise is deserved. What they're doing is completely out of this world. This video didn't even mention the hands with separate mirror-polished edges. Nobody else does that, and it's as useful in catching the light as it is beautiful. BTW I don't like the SPRING DRIVE font. Watch manufacturers of the world: if you got something to say, put it in the manual, or on a hang tag. I don' t need to read it on the dial every day.
This watch is slowly becoming my grail dress watch over the Ti/Blue Aquaterra
Negative Gains I own three GS but the aqua terra will be my next watch next year
@@lifesanabyss2727 that's awesome, what do you have?
I've got a CW C60 600 mk3 and Steinhart Pepsi atm. Hopefully one day I make it to the bigger leagues too :)
Negative Gains a snowflake, SBGN005 and a SBGA229 diver. Love them all
Not one second lost in 3 days. Using 2 radio controlled clocks synchronised together. One Digital and one Analogue. Perfect so far. 🙂☘️🇮🇪
Gorgeous watch but it doesn’t need a power reserve
Thank you so much for this. Two years after I first watched it, it convinced me to make the Snowflake my first big watch purchase. You have such a knack for summing up a watch.
Watching this while waring my own snowflake...its everything he said it is and soooo much more
Grand Seiko and Seiko have the best dials out there, and we still haven't described every other technical achievement and capability they have. Like how the mirror polish is done on the titanium case and the hands + markers.
How refreshing to get a dose of philosophy with a review of a timepiece.