The watch is squealing like a pig before slaughter. It has talked to the other watches in the collection. It knows what a review means. “Don’t put me in the trunk!”
As someone who has owned this watch, the 44gs case really is a special, I've had a love hate relationship with the case. It will scratch up easily, and that's something i learnt to deal with. The finishing is still the same and the effects of the zaratsu still remain, so that's all that matters to me. Really is my favorite case design from Grand Seiko, and it is their signature case.
Your content is the crème of the crop. I’m not trying to be a kiss a$$ either. you have a way of making the timepieces the stars of the show. So many “influencers” try to be the stars themselves or be the reasons why we tune in. I tip my hat to you Sanjay.
It is a lovely piece! In honor of your review I'm wearing my SBGY009. As always I truly appreciate your thoughts and enjoy your wonderful, upbeat personality.
Thanks so much, Toran! Yeah, that particular strap is probably around 19.5mm rather than a 20. It seems to fit in well on most 19mm watches without pinching
Great review! Thanks. It is always nice to see an owners review than the same old specs, neg and pos review. It is a very cool watch. Mine is still on the bracelet. Haven't looked for a strap yet. The dreaded Seiko 19 mm size. Hard to find that size. I have a nice Seiko diver that I have bought a bunch of straps for. Even distressed a leather strap for the vintage look. It keeps going back on the blue rubber strap in came on. Looks the best. Like how the leather or other straps change the look from sporty to dressy? I may try this some day. My problem is I work outdoors on a farm. Dressy looks and leather don't fit all that well. The watch is a special one. A display back on a quartz? Beautiful! The case and dial are stunning. Same dial as the sbga413, only light blue. Not really expensive for a GS. Think down the road it may be a classic. Thanks again for the review.
Jump hour movements are most useful for travellers, but me who rarely leaves my local time zone find it inconvenient that they sacrificed the quick set date for it. Specially on March 1 every year. 😄
Great review and GS is great watches. I would not have this dress watch on red canvas (just my 2 cents). Steele bracelet or black alligator looks better.
Hello from Western Australia, Sanjay! Thanks for the review, much appreciated. Can you let me know how this wears compared to BB58, BB54, or Omega FOIS cases which are sub 40mm? 37-39mm is a sweet spot for me but trying to judge this with its 46mm lug-to-lug is a little tricky. Thanks and keep up the great content!
Hey Sanjay. Great collection. Does the sec hand hit the indices on the mark? My GS quartz antimag did not. I'm still itching for a GS quartz, but not thrilled w the offset sec hand issue...I don't know if this is common. BTW, why "wannabe" engineer? Are you an engineer?
One of my favorite Grand Seiko dials, along with the black birch and skyflake! Off-topic but what's that Nintendo Switch game on the second shelf at the end?
Nice video on a 44GS watch with straps! Don't you think the lugs are a bit to bulky for leather straps? I love leather straps but are a little bit worried to buy a 44GS case to go with a leather strap.
It definitely looks better with thicker straps. For me 40mm 44GS does look bulky on my 16.5mm wrist even with a bracelet; 36.5mm one wears much better.
Thank you very much! I personally like the look. Probably because I've seen a lot of vintage King and Grand Seikos having leather straps on wide, polished lugs. Maybe it's an acquired taste?
Beautiful watch Sanjay... as always, you have good taste.
You're far too kind, Sam. Thank you!
Amazing piece Sanjay! Congratulations!
Thank you very much Juan, Hope you are well! :)
The watch is squealing like a pig before slaughter. It has talked to the other watches in the collection. It knows what a review means. “Don’t put me in the trunk!”
Haha sounds like it would make a great Netflix series :P
I've been eyeing one of these ever since they came out! Such a special piece. Fantastic review as always, I enjoy watching your videos!
Thank you, Kenneth! You're too kind!
Lovely watch and 💯selection on the straps. Very good pairings.
As someone who has owned this watch, the 44gs case really is a special, I've had a love hate relationship with the case. It will scratch up easily, and that's something i learnt to deal with. The finishing is still the same and the effects of the zaratsu still remain, so that's all that matters to me. Really is my favorite case design from Grand Seiko, and it is their signature case.
Well said, Sammy! Definitely my fav. case style from GS as well!
Your content is the crème of the crop. I’m not trying to be a kiss a$$ either. you have a way of making the timepieces the stars of the show. So many “influencers” try to be the stars themselves or be the reasons why we tune in. I tip my hat to you Sanjay.
I don't deserve such high praise, my friend. You are too kind ❤️
I hope I'll eventually be able to live up to it
State of collection update required!! Btw you are appreciated and valued bro …
Thank you, my friend! Yes, SOTC is coming soon :)
the encouraging words in the beginning is a such a surprise but greatly appreciated. Thanks Mr Sanjay
You're very welcome! and thank you!
Gorgeous watch with incredible accuracy. This is next-level watchmaking.
It is a lovely piece! In honor of your review I'm wearing my SBGY009. As always I truly appreciate your thoughts and enjoy your wonderful, upbeat personality.
Thanks so much, Matthew! I always appreciate your encouragement and thoughtful comments. Lovely piece by the way!
Awesome overviews Sanjay 👏 Grand Seiko quartz movement is on a hole different level 👌
Thank you very much, my friend. Hope you are keeping well!
Love everything about Sanjay, great job my friend 👏🏻 🥂
Thank you, my friend. You are too kind!
I came across your channel when I was researching the SBGA415 and I just want to say: I love your positive energy! _I hope you know that._ 🙂
Thanks so much, my friend. You are very kind!
Thanks for the review .. you are the first Sanjay who pronounced his name S-A-N-JAEY 😅
Great overview Sanjay 👍. Were you able to squeeze a 20mm blue Delugs strap between the lugs? It looks great!
Thanks so much, Toran! Yeah, that particular strap is probably around 19.5mm rather than a 20. It seems to fit in well on most 19mm watches without pinching
Great watch and video. What dark blue strap did you have it on?
Great review! Thanks. It is always nice to see an owners review than the same old specs, neg and pos review.
It is a very cool watch. Mine is still on the bracelet. Haven't looked for a strap yet. The dreaded Seiko 19 mm size. Hard to find that size. I have a nice Seiko diver that I have bought a bunch of straps for. Even distressed a leather strap for the vintage look. It keeps going back on the blue rubber strap in came on. Looks the best.
Like how the leather or other straps change the look from sporty to dressy? I may try this some day. My problem is I work outdoors on a farm. Dressy looks and leather don't fit all that well.
The watch is a special one. A display back on a quartz? Beautiful! The case and dial are stunning. Same dial as the sbga413, only light blue. Not really expensive for a GS. Think down the road it may be a classic.
Thanks again for the review.
Thanks so much for the thoughtful comment. Hope you find a great strap that works for you. Sailcloth maybe?
Your watch is god-level.....gorgeous do doubt!!!. You strap is all hand stitches and is also a beautiful. You have good taste.
Jump hour movements are most useful for travellers, but me who rarely leaves my local time zone find it inconvenient that they sacrificed the quick set date for it. Specially on March 1 every year. 😄
Great review and GS is great watches. I would not have this dress watch on red canvas (just my 2 cents). Steele bracelet or black alligator looks better.
Love the Sea of Clouds. Very special. RIP 🪦.
Haha....I want to deny it....but I won't
Such a great Watch! It will be missed. 😁
Haha no comment 😆
Hello from Western Australia, Sanjay! Thanks for the review, much appreciated. Can you let me know how this wears compared to BB58, BB54, or Omega FOIS cases which are sub 40mm? 37-39mm is a sweet spot for me but trying to judge this with its 46mm lug-to-lug is a little tricky. Thanks and keep up the great content!
Like, before even watching
Hi Sanjay, I don't think the jump hour affects second accuracy, going by experience with the Sbgn007. Enjoy
I like the leather strap it matches well.
Thanks for the review🙌🏻🇩🇪
Hey Sanjay. Great collection. Does the sec hand hit the indices on the mark? My GS quartz antimag did not. I'm still itching for a GS quartz, but not thrilled w the offset sec hand issue...I don't know if this is common.
BTW, why "wannabe" engineer? Are you an engineer?
One of my favorite Grand Seiko dials, along with the black birch and skyflake!
Off-topic but what's that Nintendo Switch game on the second shelf at the end?
I really like those dials as well
Haha I am an avid Switch game collector 🙂
Great review and watch Sanjay! So you exchanged the P.O. to the smaller size? Best regards 😎
I sure did, haha :)
@@engineer_wannabe it’s the perfect size for you! Enjoy 😎
Nice video on a 44GS watch with straps! Don't you think the lugs are a bit to bulky for leather straps? I love leather straps but are a little bit worried to buy a 44GS case to go with a leather strap.
It definitely looks better with thicker straps. For me 40mm 44GS does look bulky on my 16.5mm wrist even with a bracelet; 36.5mm one wears much better.
Thank you very much! I personally like the look. Probably because I've seen a lot of vintage King and Grand Seikos having leather straps on wide, polished lugs. Maybe it's an acquired taste?
What is that pen in the background? I love the watch. I don’t see it on the GS website any longer.
The pen is a Grand Seiko branded ballpoint that was gifted to me by a dear friend 🙂
@@engineer_wannabe Wow! Nice but inobtainium! 😆
For me hairlines or light scratches don't affect the charms of the great case finishing.
Well said, my friend! I'm with you there 🙂
Do you still have your Oris Clean Ocean watch? Would you be willing to sell it? If so I would def be interested.
Unfortunately, I don't have the Oris Clean Ocean anymore.
Hope you find one!
Nice
GS FOREVER BABY!