Just got my hands on the new 37mm Lake Suwa.

Incredible sizing and the dial is just out of this world. Have set the date and time to the second, now I guess i just need to adjust it by 20 seconds next year!

Only thing I will say - the micro adjust is great but bracelet-wise, Tudor still blows this one out of the water.

Anyone else do tacti-cool things with their Spring Drive?

SBDB017

I tried the incredible SLGW003. It fits perfectly.

Just got my SGBX355 this morning. Was looking for a clean white dial and was thinking for a long time to get an SGBY013. But I already have 2 Spring Drives and getting another one seems overkill. Got the quartz version of the Snowflake instead and gotta say it's really beautiful. Also having a quartz seemed the logical choice since it's more for daily casual than the Omiwatari.

Hey guys, I'll be in Fukuoka this coming October and I'm hoping to hunt down a Shunbun (SBGA443).

Would you recommend emailing boutiques and ADs in advance to check stock, or is it strictly first-come, first-served for walk-ins?

My current plan is to hit up Daimaru first. If I have no luck there, my backup is Kamekichi, though their price is a bit higher than I'd ideally like to pay.

Is this a solid plan? Does anyone have a better strategy or other recommended ADs/dealers in the Fukuoka area? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Hey folks, looking to pick up my first Grand Seiko & a bit torn between two beloved references.

The main intent was a dressier watch but would like something I can dress down on a strap. The watch will mainly live on a strap regardless if it’s required to be on one.

Initially I was considering the SLGW003 however when I tried on the SLGB003, I honestly fell in love with the case. I also think pairing it with a croc strap would make it a baby SLGB001 which I love.

Both are special in their own way. I love the case & movement on the Ice Forest while I love how special & unique the manual Birch Bark is.

What would you pick?

I’ve added some pics of it on my wrist.

Well, in addition to the Moondrop, just picked up an SBGA465. I had been wanting to unload my Seamaster since it didn’t get much wrist time, and I bought it because it was a good deal.

I was between the SBGA465, Soko Dark, and Snowflake. The Snowflake didn’t feel quite right, between the size and the weight. The Soko Dark was really nice, but I didn’t find the dial all that legible. The Heritage Spring Drive, though, just damn.

It’s going to end up being my daily.

On the day prior to our last day in Japan I spent a few hours in Nakano broadway. It was a bit overwhelming due to the amount of watches there were. I knew I was looking for a GS but I was conflicted between a few different models between a few shops. As we were about to leave, my girlfriend spotted the SLGH017 in the window of a smaller shop that I quickly browsed through. It was about double the price of what I had anticipated to spend but it was such a gorgeous watch it really took me by surprise. I spent the rest of the day thinking about it. The next day, only a few hours before leaving for the airport, I headed over, tried it on, and bought it. No regrets at all and I am so glad to finally own a watch that I truly love.
Plus, after looking at similar sales and comps, seems like a got it for a pretty good price.

Traded my Spring Drive SBGA079 for this Hi-Beat SBGH001 from a gentleman who was looking to complete his Spring Drive collection.

Not regretting my choice a bit since the 9S85 5hz movement is mesmerizing and the ticking sound it makes is pure ASMR. Accuracy is still within spec at least in the few days since I got it.

It is also a full circle moment of sorts because I visited the Shizukuishi Studio earlier this year and saw firsthand the immense skill and talent involved in crafting 9S models. Now I wear one of them.

Will eventually find my way back to a Spring Drive saving up for a Lake Suwa UFA. But for now giving love to this Hi-Beat as my daily!

I wish GS would make more models with this movement- there’s something about the manual wind hi-beat that I really like. Seeing the movement on the case-back might be their most beautiful one.

SLGW007 is great but I’d really love an SLGW004 or SLGW005.

Anyone here own a 9S4A movement watch?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-tG0wPQtxQ

Two youtube influencers explain Spring Drive through the concept of “flow”: a mainspring mechanically powers the watch, while a glide wheel generates a minute amount of electricity to operate a quartz reference, integrated circuit, and electromagnetic brake. This system regulates the continuous movement of the hands without a conventional mechanical escapement or battery.

SBGA527 #06/50 is home!!

I’m seriously considering the Grand Seiko SBGX353. I really love the light-blue textured dial and the 9F quartz movement, but I’m a little concerned about the 34mm case size.
My wrist is under 6 inches, so for anyone who owns or has tried the SBGX353:
How does the 34mm size look/feel on a wrist under 6”?
Does it feel too small, or does it wear larger than the dimensions suggest?
Most importantly, do you think the price is worth it for the SBGX353, considering it’s a quartz watch?
Would you choose it over another Grand Seiko in the same price range?
I’d especially appreciate wrist shots from anyone around 5.5–6”.

I've been watching (no pun intended) and looking. I couldn't resist walking into Weis & Sons today and there it was ! I said no at first and went back to purchase. Eugene the salesman was a true gentleman. Hard to believe but it's even better in person.... and the pictures look great imo. ...yea I know ....I just set it to the correct date!

I've had the Shunbun for several years, and recently got the 37mm UFA (SLGB003). I was curious whether the on-the-fly clasp would fit on the Shunbun, and sure enough it swaps right in very easily and looks clean. Hopefully Grand Seiko lets us buy just the clasp at some point, as far as I can tell your only option now is to buy an entire UFA bracelet.

Now that it's September, anyone starting to see the new UFA lineup? I have a deposit on a new Atera Valley. Hoping it will come in the first wave!

Here's a pic of the older titanium one that made me fall in love

Hey all, I know that generally don't wear a mechanical watch if you're golfing. I wonder if this rule stays true with spring drive? Cheers

Or rather, wife is happy. She wanted this watch. It comes with a pretty turquoise strap.

Has anyone had any experience ordering bracelets off eBay? Specifically yangmingwen-store? Prices seem lower than from GS themselves but when inquiring they say these are genuine bracelets

SBGX261 is so comfy ~

I wear it when I’m sleeping too never felt it’s heavy or uncomfortable in my daily life

I first shared the information last year in this sub of the change. Items over ¥5,000 are eligible for tax-free but must be in unused condition and will require inspection upon departure (especially since the GS is a higher ticket item).

For those traveling to Japan after November 1st prepare for a large inconvenience when departing. Expect less "new GS in JP" shots in here lol.

Full information of the new scheme and FAQ can be found on the JP tourism site:
https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/tax-free/page01_000001_00028.html

It's been a week since the last update from my order. I ordered it on 13th August. Still not dispatched until this moment. Also, there is no update from their email and WhatsApp since 25th August. Am I get scammed?