Grand Seiko Mist Flake GMT SBGE285

[@Aoelx]

The fact that Nico has +900k subs and this channel “only” 50k is blowing my mind and questioning the entire watch society. You are killing it buddy 👏😊 !

[@YoureTerrific]

I don’t know who Nico is and I probably don’t want to know.

[@samnathan2709]

Need more catchphrases.. May I suggest “YOWZAH THATS FRISKY!”

[@JoeSmith-np6nz]

@@samnathan2709 I second this catch phrase 🎉

[@atlanticrocktimes]

@@YoureTerrific No, you don't...

[@diavalus]

@@YoureTerrific good, you didn’t miss anything. :)

[@BrittPearceWatches]

idk why the intro music kinda reminded me of Street Fighter lol! And it just makes me happy! What a WATCH!! GS definitely isn't my wheel house as much, so videos like this are so dang informative for me. Love it!

[@brocktpate]

This is it. This is the watch I want more than any other one I’ve come across even after being in the hobby for just over 5 years.

[@Konsaliki]

I'm tough on Grand Seiko as well, because in theory they are my favorite watch brand. In practice, all of their watches have at least one minor or major drawback that keeps me from buying one. Given the sheer amount of references GS puts out each season (each of the freaking 24 japanese micro-seasons, that is!), it feels like a conspiracy at this point. Don't you want me to buy your watches, Grand Seiko?!

[@thelifeofpablo6626]

Same here, My thoughts well summarised! I hate their online shop and their references as well. Also if they would just upgrade their bracelets, it would be so much more compelling given that they’re not cheap

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

Completely agree with both of you. Terrific watches but slow down with the different models and give us a decent bracelet. Deliver a full package then I’ll consider this brand much more seriously

[@felix3138]

As long as the spring drives have a power reserve that shows “full” with the pointer down and empty with the pointer up I won’t even consider it. No matter how awesome the movement and the finishing 😅

[@TheHoth1]

On top of that, their website sucks! Not enough pictures of the watches.

[@liangweihao7932]

agree! Every watch have absolutely wonderful aspects about it, but sprinkled amongst the awesomeness is always some things that make u go wtf did u do this GS?!

[@liangweihao7932]

I wish the day will come when GS finally designs a beautifully tapering bracelet with a good clasp. Been waiting for years...

[@sylinmino]

I actually really like the bracelet width. Was skeptical at first, but after wearing mine for a while (I have the chronograph GMT, so 23mm width!), I adore the stability and comfort it brings.

[@nolanreed7090]

I think I'm going to need a youreterrific music playlist, because these videos always feature stuff I've never heard and want to know more about.

[@MarioGonzalez-yq3gw]

This comment is fire. We need this Evan!

[@YoureTerrific]

And give away my trade secrets? (All my music is from KZbin Studio 🤫)

[@davidwarburton8890]

It certainly works for me. Love titanium especially when it is worked like this. Very good looking. The power reserve marker on the dial is my only reservation.

[@KeepingWatchUK]

It’s the watch’s only reserv(ation), too! (Sorry, couldn’t resist 😂)

[@coreym425]

I appreciate your honest reviews and dry humor. You consistently review watches I'm interested in, but this is one I actually own. When it comes to watches my priorities are 1) Design, 2) Accuracy and 3) Details, which is why Grand Seiko is one of my favorite brands. The SBGE285 is the 4th Grand Seiko GMT I've owned and it's easily my favorite. I like every aspect of the Evolution 9 changes (especially lume on all the indices)....except the bracelet width. I think it looks too wide, but I also don't wear any of my Grand Seikos on a bracelet partly because I think they're mediocre but mostly because I think they look best on straps anyway. If I could only keep one of my GMTs, it'd be my Rolex Pepsi GMT, but this would be a close second.

[@KeepingWatchUK]

The number of folks jumping on the bandwagon critiquing GS bracelets & lack of micro adjustment. The bracelets are absolutely fine. Well made & good quality. Sure, they could taper a little more. I have micro adjustment on my other pieces and rarely use it.

[@atharvakale2730]

This is the first GMT watch I've actually wanted to get. The only thing stopping me is the power reserve(well also the fact I don't have that kind of money but we'll go with the first reason only).

[@vgcamara]

The non tapering bracelets in the evolution 9 line watches is a BIG mistake imo. Makes the watches look so much chunkier than they are I don't mind their clasps without micro adjustments. GS half links are actually 3/4 of a standard link so by combining you can actually get a really good fit. I only adjust my GS bracelets once a year (summer to winter) I actually enjoy having a smaller, less bulkier clasp too. The bracelets are muchore comfortable than the one in my BB58

[@YoureTerrific]

They taper 1mm, I believe. It’s certainly not enough.

[@expertreviews1112]

agree, width of evo9 is ugly... really really dislike

[@bretkindsvatter3574]

Tried this one on and it blew my mind.Very wearable despite the listed measurements for a smaller wrist.

[@whywecollectwatches]

Great review! The SBGE285 is a beautiful GMT watch and is on my grail list. Wish I could afford one.

[@emaeder18]

For me, this is a great insight into this beautiful watch. Love your videos!

[@dandoe1620]

Damn I completely missed this watch. Thanks for showcasing it in detail.

[@YoureTerrific]

My pleasure, for real.

[@samzadgan]

great video. I tried one at the local AD and I have to say it was the nicest GS watch I've tried, from size, feel and appearance it ticks all the boxes. The bracelet issue is baffling considering all the variants in the market that address micro adjustment...I just hope when the time comes for me to buy it, the bracelet fits my wrist.

[@gkim031]

One of the best watch review channels hands down. Your straight up down to earth comments make me crack up

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[@Spitt102]

GS is my favorite brand, I have two, but I'm also not mad about the latest 'Evolution 9' generation. They've lost some of the elegance and purity of the previous styles, but I get that they're trying to create something new. Owning several Omegas, and playing with friends Rolexes, I'd have to disagree with you about the zaratsu polishing. It's on another level, especially on the 44gs & elegance cases. It's like comparing watching a video at 480p and 1080p. (Man, what a nerdy, also completely unnecessary comment!🙄) Great job as always. Love all your Grand Seiko videos.

[@fredflintstone1984]

Appreciate the honest review and humorous delivery!

[@brett233]

I love Grand Seiko. The finishing and designs are way more interesting than most watches under $10k. But every time I see a new release, I can’t help but wish it were 1 to 2mm smaller in every dimension. If this watch were 39mm wide, 47mm lug to lug and 12-13mm thick I’d be all over it. But it’s still too big. The Omiwatari and the SBGW231 size watches are the only Grand Seikos that fit comfortably on my smaller wrist. Just seems weird to have such an elegant watch be so big and especially chunky.

[@expertreviews1112]

Omiwatari may have small case but its dial to case ratio is still high making it wear quite large... granted the lug to lug is quite decent... but agree, they do need to put out sub 40mm more...

[@phildo864]

They do have a few models like that. Mine is the 427 Soko frost with a 39mm case and 47mm lug to lug while being 12.3mm thick.

[@ajgross67]

That dial and the way the markers catch the light makes for quite a look. The width of the bracelet, especially with very minimal tapering really kills it for me though. Good thing I didn’t have $8,400 anyway haha

[@roycedot]

Stunner! Retail prices are getting crazy

[@wh1chw4tch]

Troy's the best! Glad he let you showcase this beauty!

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[@nickolasmazzara127]

I love this watch! Finally a steel (titanium) bezel gmt watch that isn’t derivative of an explorer ii!

[@MrBev19]

Sharp looking watch, looks like a darker grey than in the pictures. Great video! Keep it up.

[@drewsleyy3836]

Total agreement. With polishing on the thin links in the bracelet and a micro adjustable clasp, this would be perfect!

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[@sean550]

How often do these have to be serviced ..and if so, possibly has to go back to Japan..how much and are you going to pay duty.

[@normang663]

I love the music, so fitting with the mist flake.

[@skzion2]

Zaratsu polishing is used for the case. The indices and hands use diamond tools and funky mirror tools during the polishing to make sure that the reflections are correct. The case polishing is very special in that one actually can have outside objects reflect so perfectly that the watch partly disappears.

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[@markikn3183]

That was a really good review, you irritated my Spring Drive itch again.

[@YoureTerrific]

Misery loves company

[@thachometer]

Thank you for the quick explanation on “spring drive”. I have seen/heard the term before, but did not know the meaning.

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[@rickjason215]

I have a number of great watches, the watch I wear every day is my GS Snowflake. Just a fantastic watch that my AD sized for me and fits perfectly. Made of Titanium and incredibly light.

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[@linzitazim]

A beautiful watch. What other brands are there in this price range that has better finishing and quality ?

[@DrNitin14]

This is my next grail piece. I tried it on in a store and now nothing else will do as my next watch.

[@Amplitudeproblem]

I'm feeling self-conscious now. Do you know any good tattoo removal places?

[@YoureTerrific]

Don’t hide it, baby!

[@Geniusclicks]

So THAT green shirt🥇❤!!! Makes watched pop!! Where is it from?

[@Brajin1]

Even with their recent price increases, you are getting some crazy level of quality with these watches.

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[@danielsolstrand]

Man your vis are so visually beautiful. How much light (lumen) do you use? Also how many light sources?

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[@nraven12]

Great video as always! What’s the reference on the far left at 7:32?

[@YoureTerrific]

SBGX091. See my Instagram.

[@charlieboylol527]

I tried it on in London,it’s a beautiful watch , thanks

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[@ericmoss8344]

Great video!! I wanted this watch the moment I saw GS advertise it. Had a chance to try it on in Vegas last month... and it just didn't scratch that 'itch' you describe. Case shape and overall design are great, but the bracelet and lack of on the fly macro-adj clasp just doesn't do it for me. Not at the price point they want. Had they used the same macro adj that IWC or Glashutte Original does I'd own this now. Add a 22-18mm taper to the braclet and you might have the perfect GMT watch.

[@benficaM8888]

I'm glad that you're keeping it objective and criticise them accordingly when they need to. Too many GS fanboying

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[@KC-bv9kf]

Southern complements: Bless your heart: you can’t help being a little slow Bless your little heart: you can’t help being slow Bless your precious little heart: you’re hopelessly slow:)

[@VOIDVIDS]

I would love love love to see you do a video on the entire Serica line

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[@jw.2507]

There is an an underlying quality of tranquility in GS timepieces, or maybe I'm just hallucinating. Either way, great video

[@YoureTerrific]

I agree

[@DarkPa1adin]

Any thoughts on sbga413?

[@davidr2802]

Zaratsu comes from the the Sallaz polishing machine. You know like R in London or L in Rome.

[@chrisc6428]

This is so much better from GS. I have a GS watch and LOVE them. Their sports line has always been poor to me... size mainly.... This however is pure class- keep going on this vein GS.

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[@greggusan]

I think it's a stunner. But, as you say, micro adjustments is must on a bracelet of this quality. It really can be the difference between loving and liking a watch.

[@davidr2802]

A bracelet is an accessory. Put it on a strap

[@greggusan]

@@davidr2802 Not if you like bracelets. I can take them or leave them personally, but your comment to me is kind of arrogant and silly. If the price of the watch includes the bracelet, and the watch isn't cheap, I want a good bracelet.

[@laurusschluep7464]

Thanks for that Swiss lever escapement joke out of nowhere, I'll just send you the invoice for my new keyboard as the old one is now covered in the water I was drinking

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[@mybrainlikesthings]

Thickness is a problem for this and most other fancy movements. Because it may wear impressively and look great at the AD, living with that thickness over the long term is where these are going to be properly measured for their worth. Two of my most rewarding watches to wear are the Grand Seiko SBGP007 and the Sinn 836. One is average in size, while the other is big and only belongs on big-wristed folk. Heck, the latter is over 180g on bracelet. But they are thin and they hug the wrist. They don't create noticeable torque against the wrist. So as much as Grand Seiko wants to position these SBGE285/283 models as a GADA everyday watch, in my experience they won't stand a chance,

[@liquidtunes]

“Swiss lever... adjusted to five positions” tattoo 😂 damn why does he call us out so much?

[@YoureTerrific]

I KNEW it.

[@DarkPa1adin]

Thanks. I didn't know mist flake is 72hr instead of 5 day

[@JeddieT]

BTW, the _”mist”_ part of “mist flake” name comes (much like the snowflake) from the foggy mist in the surrounding mountain landscape outside their manufacturing center in Japan.

[@mzz505]

Please make a review on Seiko LX Line

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[@Valera_Scotland]

You lost me at 13.9mm unfortunately. What a beauty but I really wish GS somehow produced 10mm watches

[@YoureTerrific]

It’s nothing. Totally not an issue.

[@Valera_Scotland]

@@YoureTerrific as with any watch - need to try it on first

[@denjia94]

Omiwatari?

[@Valera_Scotland]

@@denjia94 very good shout. But I can only afford one expensive watch, so I think it'll be a 36mm rolex for the 100m water resistance

[@Ray-gu5kp]

Great video my brother. I want this puppie!

[@VB-3]

How much taper on the bracelet?

[@RightWingRadioShow]

Barely. I believe 1mm

[@AcmeRocket]

Great review. That's a beautiful watch.

[@tawfeeqm]

Once they come up with an attractive bracelet - it’s game over!

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[@julianread1996]

Simply the finest watchmaker in Japan.

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[@michaelphillips5263]

Nice review. By the way, do you still have your SBGM221? Loved that video.

[@YoureTerrific]

Long gone

[@tacomn]

favorite gs you have seen? Handled the sbga413 spring btw?@@YoureTerrific

[@chenchina4577]

"Inelegant" bracelet. PERFECTLY stated. Would have been a solid triple (not quite a homer) had it had a nice taper down to, say, 20 or even 18mm.

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[@bobj8877]

Another great video! I have a GS GMT as well, and love it. I agree though on the naming issues! Mine is the spring drive one. No, not the dressy one, the sports one. With the bezel. No, not sapphire, ceramic. Not 44mm, it's 40.5mm. No, not black or blue, it's the uh...green one. Yeah sure it looks black in some lights, but I assure you it's green. 🤷‍♂️

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[@mattz5747]

I love this channel…keep it up

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[@mikeyhowmuch7962]

I struggle with Grand Seiko (saying this having never owned one...). But, every time I try one on I can't help thinking my SARB035 is basically just as good... Great video as always though!

[@ozmondos]

Try one on hand, huge difference in quality. Nothing against the SARB, it's a great watch.

[@KeepingWatchUK]

It’s not. Had the Sarb and own a GS.

[@liquidtunes]

This reminds me of the SBGV245 in an upgraded manner.

[@davidd9045]

I’ve never ‘gotten’ GS. I’ve seen and tried on many of their models in person. They don’t make me feel that ‘luxury’ feel like other brands do at this price point…🤷🏻‍♂️

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[@abrahammstein2497]

Great video! Keep the good work!

[@lizardking3979]

This is simply amazing!!!

[@inakimilton5460]

Great video as always

[@giedriussprindys5823]

Great video! As usually :)

[@affegorilla1299]

Just bought the new Seiko Prospex Alpinist Rock Face :)

[@bottomtext5872]

Honestly after trying on their smaller models, I really don't like how massive their sportier watches are.

[@UCZ15]

Once Grand Seiko give their bracelets better taper, and their clasps get better on-the-fly microadjustments, it'll be the complete package. If they ever decide to give their watches screwdown crowns... it is over man. Thats probably the greatest watch in the world, pound for pound.

[@kengleonglee]

This is a screw-down crown.

[@Riverpeth]

They have screw down crowns

[@michaelfierman3256]

Any "normies" in the comments raise your hands. I Kinda wish they would offer their models like this and maybe the green birch with strap instead of bracelet options as I'd never wear one of theirs after having tried a few on. Is it wrong to be annoyed to have to spend several hundred more for something you'd only keep for resale value? Anyway. I'll stop ...I love the look of this one Evan !

[@BfoSHIZnats]

If they made narrower tapering bracelets I'd own more Grand Seiko's. I only own that SBGM221 and it came on brown crocodile.

[@dultanur]

Please don't tell me you sold the SBGX?!!!!?

[@YoureTerrific]

Still have it.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

That's a good looking watch.

[@WahrheitMachtFrei.]

This is how watch channels should be. Everyone else just fails.

[@YoureTerrific]

They’re all trying to make money. That drives their content. There’s nothing wrong with that, per see.

[@WahrheitMachtFrei.]

@@YoureTerrific Most are trying with limited ability and charm, God bless them, but holy balls, you nail it. This could be a channel about anything under the sun, and it would be compelling.

[@YoureTerrific]

People are going to think I paid for your comments.

[@WahrheitMachtFrei.]

@@YoureTerrific I'm dropping hints like crazy, dude...help me out here. ;-)

[@TheBarts27]

Beautiful watch but I agree on the fact that GS watches always have a few drawbacks. It is always " almost right" or " what if" . The bracelet is too wide and should be tapered. Also the clasp lacks micro adjustment. For a steel or ti bracelet this is a flaw at this pricepoint imho. The watches are also a little bit too thick at size 41mm. Make the watch a little bit bigger at 42mm or make it thinner to make the dimensions right. The Seiko box has a nice colour but the inside is poor. I find it always disappointed when I open a Seiko box for the first time and the watch is flipped in the box because of that poor pillow.

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[@jaad9848]

This would have been amazing if the power reserve was moved to the back.

[@TheHoth1]

22mm? It is as wide as some S&M leather choke collar that I have seen in the movie “Dodge Balls”;)

[@henkvandebeek7921]

Well, there is no way Troy is getting his watch back!!

[@YoureTerrific]

Too late. Mistakes were made.

[@mikekane9213]

My gosh it's beautiful

[@underachievingwatchcollect1878]

I’m a bracelet guy and GS bracelets are as underachieving as I am.

[@evh4611]

Grand Seiko SHOULD add micro adjustment clasps to their bracelets.

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[@wheelsandwatches]

I really wanted to like this and tried on the black dial model. The bracelet doesn’t feel as solid as even Tudor’s ti watches. Lack of micro adjusting clasp is still unforgivable, wears too thick for me. Also, still pin and sleeve for link removal…. Come on….

[@Ninja_Revenge]

I want this so badly...

[@jpanter9182]

a bit scary that theses grand seikos look like renders on video, their finishing ist insane

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[@scottlalonde2878]

Nice review, thanks.

[@dukethecat7810]

This one has a lot to like, but it’s just a bit off. The overall grey mist vibe works, but there is too much visual weight with that bracelet…. they should have stuck with 20mm.

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

The watches are lovely but for goodness sake make some good bracelets. At this price point I’d like to see an IWC or Glasshutte style microadjustment. Do that and I’ll consider this brand far more seriously. Until then I’ll save my money for a watch that delivers the full package. I’m a bracelet guy so it’s a big deal. For me

[@steelsteez6118]

Chef's kiss 👌👌

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[@SydneyDrums]

The main point of this watch seems to be the GMT time feature which I still don’t understand after watching this

[@evh4611]

Grand Seiko COULD be my favorite brand. Except for the lack of micro adjustment. I just don't understand

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[@divjan3990]

Top content !

[@lucioledizerot196]

Grand Seiko are becoming the "inspired by Japanese nature" dial maker instead of the horological and historical powerhouse they could be.

[@chia-mingyang5804]

Why? Have their movements become worse? I believe 9SA5/9RA5/9RA2 are just announced for a while and needless to say the mighty Kodo.

[@atlanticrocktimes]

Because GS is so meticulous on details, I am too: I only like the watches with the blunt tipped hands (like this one). I know, it's ridiculous. But so is this hobby.