I got the number 8 of 700, and it's already become my daily. Every now and then, I look at it and do a double take. It's staggering in it's beautiful finish.
I just went to the GS boutique in NYC and tried on the "Tokyo Lion" variant which is more a brown dial. I felt the thickness was almost overwhelming, but this series of watches is just so epic. Congrats on your 8/700. I'm really really really tempted to just make the leap!
It is an elegant blend of technology and refinement, that dial coating is reminscent of walnut. Would definitely chance it on my skinny wrist, but need to try one on to really know.
Tried it on, at 6 inch / 15 cm this watch fits fine, pretty surprised as some smaller watches are too big. Dial is on the Hotaka is amazing. 50 lug to lug is about my maximum
Love it! Yes I do have the wrist to carry this off and ot would suit my aging eyes. Love the Spring Drive Chrono GMT layout and the horology and history behind the movement. Love that color too! I may have the wrist size but not the wallet size right now. In terms of lug to lug my Pelagos Red Moo Chrono FXD has 52mm lug to lug and there's plenty of room either side , my Doxa Sub 300 T-Graph I think is 46mm case size , not sure what lug to lug is but fits fine. I could probably go to 54 or so lug to lug I think
Looks incredible. There's something retrofuturist about the case shape, bringing to mind the wedge-like supercars of the 80s. It's a chunky monkey for sure, but like Zach said, one for swagger, there's nothing shy and retiring about it. The dial layout might take a bit if getting used to, but for this one, I'd happily put the effort in.
Saw this on display back on W&W2024, this dial is insane The watch itself isn't for me tho, but I definitely am interested in future uses of the dial technology
The dial itself looks beautiful. Grand Seiko, incredible watches but somehow I haven't owned one yet. I'm still happy with my plain Seiko MM300 which has been incredibly reliable on jobsites, weekends, and vacations for years and years. One of these days I'll give GS a try.
I finally bit the bullet and got the GS SBGE253 41mm gmt. I also have a sieko prospex which i love but holy smokes. The level up on finishing is so evident when you go down this path. Check it out
You can clearly see at 2:58 there's quick micro adjustment with 13 steps in the bracelet. Not just the drilled 4 holes. It's the same bracelet that Seiko Marinemaster has.
Yes that is correct I should have mentioned. But, I will say this sort of diver’s extension is not ideal for daily micro adjustment because the “teeth” are exposed when extended rather than hidden if that makes sense - Z
@@Timeandtidewatches I agree it's not the best solution. It still does the job and I use it occasionally. But I wouldn't want to see this on a Grand Seiko of that price.
"Look at this red dial. I mean, orange dial. I mean red, orange....oh, look at this dial." LOL I have a Godzilla that uses the same case. It's a fantastic case that wears well. I love chronographs and if this was available 5 years ago I would have probably purchased this instead of the Godzilla especially since they're almost the same price.
The complaint about lack of micro adjustment is that for a $13K watch the micro adjust should be built into the clasp, not drilled holes on the sides like it 1984!!!!! 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
The dial finishing is stunning! But I don’t like GS chronographs…these Spring Drive ones are too big and ugly with fussy non-balanced dial layouts. And their recently introduced purely mechanical chronograph is just too plain and looks like pretty much any other nondescript chronograph 🤷♂️ as for lug-to-lug, I prefer a maximum of 48mm, maybe 49mm at a push.
I'm sure this watch is attractive to some but to me, GS just kept repeating what they previously made. Look at the snowflake dial for example, how many variations did GS make? Also their sports models are way too big for wrists that are below 7 inches. The last reasonable GS diver (to me) was the SBGX115/117. GS just continue to build big bulky timepieces and with the repeated (variants included) dials, this brand drove me away. Of course, this is only my 2 cents, yours can be different.
a very difficult watch to shoot. Just so you know. The dial requires direct light on it to make it dance the way it does. We had 15 mins to shoot it. This was not in our studio. So def less than ideal shooting situation. But I gut your frustration. As its also mine.
I got the number 8 of 700, and it's already become my daily. Every now and then, I look at it and do a double take. It's staggering in it's beautiful finish.
I just went to the GS boutique in NYC and tried on the "Tokyo Lion" variant which is more a brown dial. I felt the thickness was almost overwhelming, but this series of watches is just so epic. Congrats on your 8/700. I'm really really really tempted to just make the leap!
@@fightingcarrot do it. You won't regret it. Honestly, the thickness isn't a problem at all. It wears comfortably on my 7 1/4 inch wrist.
I have been interested in this case design since the SBGC231 in 2019. This red dial is the best version yet.
It is an elegant blend of technology and refinement, that dial coating is reminscent of walnut. Would definitely chance it on my skinny wrist, but need to try one on to really know.
STRAIGHT FIRE 🔥🔥
oh helll yeah
@@marcusflack1523 👊🏼
That's a bold looking GS, i quite like it.
I know right!
Stunning watch, size is fine. Great review. Mine arrived a few days ago. LOVE IT!
Picked mine up about a month ago. Number 8 of 700. It hasn't left my wrist since. Staggeringly beautiful. Congratulations on your acquisition.
Definitely one of my grails! Crazy dial!
Great watch. Size is fine!
Tried it on, at 6 inch / 15 cm this watch fits fine, pretty surprised as some smaller watches are too big. Dial is on the Hotaka is amazing. 50 lug to lug is about my maximum
Thanks for a great review.
Appreciate it 😂 🙏
Clownishly huge!!! And that's coming from someone who's very fond of GS (I own three).
Like the youtuber guy said, don't be intimidated by it's size.
It would be nice if whoever shot the video knew how to shoot a dial so you could actually see the texture and not all the reflections from the room
Love it! Yes I do have the wrist to carry this off and ot would suit my aging eyes. Love the Spring Drive Chrono GMT layout and the horology and history behind the movement. Love that color too! I may have the wrist size but not the wallet size right now. In terms of lug to lug my Pelagos Red Moo Chrono FXD has 52mm lug to lug and there's plenty of room either side , my Doxa Sub 300 T-Graph I think is 46mm case size , not sure what lug to lug is but fits fine. I could probably go to 54 or so lug to lug I think
Sounds like you have some decisions to make HA
Looks great on your wrist.
Marcus wears it well 💪
Looks incredible. There's something retrofuturist about the case shape, bringing to mind the wedge-like supercars of the 80s. It's a chunky monkey for sure, but like Zach said, one for swagger, there's nothing shy and retiring about it. The dial layout might take a bit if getting used to, but for this one, I'd happily put the effort in.
Outstanding watch.
Thank you
Saw this on display back on W&W2024, this dial is insane
The watch itself isn't for me tho, but I definitely am interested in future uses of the dial technology
Yess will be cool to see this optical multilayer coating used for other models
The dial itself looks beautiful. Grand Seiko, incredible watches but somehow I haven't owned one yet. I'm still happy with my plain Seiko MM300 which has been incredibly reliable on jobsites, weekends, and vacations for years and years. One of these days I'll give GS a try.
I finally bit the bullet and got the GS SBGE253 41mm gmt. I also have a sieko prospex which i love but holy smokes. The level up on finishing is so evident when you go down this path. Check it out
50mm is that absolute max I'd wear. Similar to my tudor GMT
50mm is my max as well! But my ideal is 46/48mm or below. -Z
Love the dial if it were a GMT , chrono make it too busy. Max L2L 50 mm on 7,25 inch size 😊
You can clearly see at 2:58 there's quick micro adjustment with 13 steps in the bracelet. Not just the drilled 4 holes. It's the same bracelet that Seiko Marinemaster has.
Yes that is correct I should have mentioned. But, I will say this sort of diver’s extension is not ideal for daily micro adjustment because the “teeth” are exposed when extended rather than hidden if that makes sense - Z
@@Timeandtidewatches I agree it's not the best solution. It still does the job and I use it occasionally. But I wouldn't want to see this on a Grand Seiko of that price.
@@Timeandtidewatches good point Zach. Cause no body likes exposed teeth. 😁
Peak watch.
"Look at this red dial. I mean, orange dial. I mean red, orange....oh, look at this dial." LOL I have a Godzilla that uses the same case. It's a fantastic case that wears well. I love chronographs and if this was available 5 years ago I would have probably purchased this instead of the Godzilla especially since they're almost the same price.
Awesome watch. Way too big for most people, but cool as heck. That dial is insanely cool. What track did you use for the music?
The complaint about lack of micro adjustment is that for a $13K watch the micro adjust should be built into the clasp, not drilled holes on the sides like it 1984!!!!! 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
Not a grand seiko fan, but this is a hit. But no micro adjust means it’s just not for me.
Welcome to 1990s big watches!
Nothing wrong about that. Some of us are big dudes. Everything under 42mm looks silly on me.
@@somekidzenvy Also lets all remeber how trends rise and fall. So even if small is in now. Im sure it will climb back up again in future years
16,8 mm thickness… You must be joking !!
How much does it weigh?
Cool, but… 16.8mm tall? A marine master clasp on something this expensive? Come on, GS.
50mm lug to lug is not snug.
“Compact for its size”
@@Timeandtidewatches "Compact for its size" ....An Elephant is compact for its size.
48 lug to lug is the maximum.
I love the color and design, but ffs they need to shrink this down.
Nah they have thier targets on people that really want this type of pressence on the wrist. Not every watch is for every person
Let down by the cheap nasty looking clasp. Otherwise an awesome piece.
What about the total weight of this beast?
The dial finishing is stunning! But I don’t like GS chronographs…these Spring Drive ones are too big and ugly with fussy non-balanced dial layouts. And their recently introduced purely mechanical chronograph is just too plain and looks like pretty much any other nondescript chronograph 🤷♂️ as for lug-to-lug, I prefer a maximum of 48mm, maybe 49mm at a push.
I'm sure this watch is attractive to some but to me, GS just kept repeating what they previously made. Look at the snowflake dial for example, how many variations did GS make? Also their sports models are way too big for wrists that are below 7 inches. The last reasonable GS diver (to me) was the SBGX115/117. GS just continue to build big bulky timepieces and with the repeated (variants included) dials, this brand drove me away. Of course, this is only my 2 cents, yours can be different.
I keep blinking to avoid all the reflection. Difficult video to watch....
a very difficult watch to shoot. Just so you know. The dial requires direct light on it to make it dance the way it does. We had 15 mins to shoot it. This was not in our studio. So def less than ideal shooting situation. But I gut your frustration. As its also mine.
Cool watch, just too big.
Horrendous watch, only nice thing about it is the dial finish
Grand Seiko x Invicta 🤣🤣
whaaaaat....i think your looking at a different watch my friend
The clasp is ugly.
We
nothing grand about seiko
Zach would beg to differ
Divvy
Div
But muh zaratsu polishing ✊️😭✊️
too thick?
Hmmm with that much functionailty you gotta fit that engen in somehow
For me, finally, a non-imperfect Grand Seiko. The case, however, can have smth instead of these stupid angles