I bought a Grand Seiko - The Perfection Principle

[@andune]

I like that 5-pointed star at the 6 o'clock portion of the dial, it sets it apart.

[@valengreymoon5623]

Gotta love how they even put the battery in straight.

[@KMV007]

The ultimate flex would have been to put a golden battery to match the rest of the movement.

[@edwardcatt2399]

I actually like the silver-on-gold look.

[@spazz27]

That Quartz movement EASILY looks better, and is better finished than a majority of Swiss mechanical movements… 🔥🔥🔥

[@kbeightyseven1783]

Love the 9f, always makes me laugh when some one claims a bunch of gears and springs in an automatic has more 'soul' than a quartz crystal we dig up from the ground that vibrates.

[@edwardcatt2399]

I believe that GS actually develop or ‘grow’ their own quartz crystal but you’re correct, the perception that quartz is somehow less ‘artisanal’ than automatic is absurd and . . . though I’d never deny that automatic watches are absolute marvels of old world engineering craftsmanship, the fact that this is the sole thing that ensures their value in the modern marketplace since the advent of quartz and the debut of the Seiko Quartz Astron 35SQ (the same year that Doraemon made his debut I believe), is total nuts!

[@beaffteki]

​@@kbeightyseven1783 every three years you have to change battery, with a quartz. Mechanical watches work just with the energy of your motions. You do call it a huge difference

[@alhacker6674]

Bruce, the beauty of our hobby is recognising and appreciating all movements. I started out looking down my nose a little at anything that wasn't automatic or mechanical, but once you open your eyes to top end quartz and the quality thats put into the dials, case designs, and accuracy you cant help but recognize how amazing the likes of high beat GS, Cartier, Citizen 0100 movement (mind blowing)and the likes of F.P.Journe are just truly game changing. Great vid. 👍🍷

[@andrew_owens7680]

Very true. There are some stunning quartz options that should retain value for many years.

[@clintonshiells3095]

The Sea of Clouds is a great choice! The dial and case are spectacular and that high-accuracy 9f quartz movement is superb.

[@vipeton.8927]

Why people hate quartz? It is great. Change battery and forget about maintenance for years. Actually people bragging about their mechanics and moaning about maintenance costs in the same time are idiots.

[@mitch20003]

haha I always thought the same.

[@jackdavis7438]

That watch is gorgeous. I love the exhibition case back with that beautiful gold movement

[@Ae073001]

Great vid Bruce, GS is a player in the watch game and in some regard, still slept on by many. GS has become my favorite watch brand, right next to Omega. Their watches give you so much for the money as compared to others of the same price point. To me, their biggest drawback is their clasps. With their engineering prowess, a quick adjust should be child's play.

[@chronologisch]

Welcome to the club, Bruce!😉 I also own the Sea of ​​Clouds and I´am very impressed by this fantastic timepiece every day!⌚⌚Spring greetings from Northern Germany!🛳🛳

[@zman8340]

The regular champagne quartz 44gs has been on my list for several years. An exhibition case back would put it over the top. And I agree a screw down crown would be a very nice addition , like the spring drive and automatics. It Has never made sense to me the set and forget quartz doesn’t get one.

[@donjuan150]

Agree! Yes...Champagne dial is on my list also!

[@tarasmathers7423]

Bruce, that exhibition case-back, really sets this piece off. Grand Seiko is just awesome.

[@jeremydahm2124]

Very cool watch. Open case back on a quartz is wild. At the boutique last week I was thinking how hard it would be to pick just one... GS is in it's own league when it comes to color and dials in my opinion.

[@lx95020]

That blue dial is stunning! I only buy black dials but damn...that thing is a beauty. I personally don't like screw-down crows...they are a pain and cause unnecessary wear on a watch that most will only go swimming with. Now a dive watch, a screw-down is a must!!

[@davidr2802]

Bruce, Lovely video. enjoy in good health for the probable 6 months or so you have it!

[@slim1871]

Congrats on the new piece! I have myself just a few days ago got myself the omiwatari SBGY013- totally in love with it right now. Totally gives rolex and all other swiss brands a run for their money :) very underrated brand but that's also partly why I enjoy it so much - zero stigma and nobody (except a true watch nerd) gives a sh*t

[@edwardcatt2399]

That’s the thing about GS - they’re such excellent ‘generic’-looking things but they also have that exclusivity to ‘em that only a fellow aficionado can recognize. Also, they happen to be literally superior, both their autos and their quartz.

[@klauskreiter7395]

Thanks for the vid. My grail watch and the only one in my collection up in the 4-digit price range. It combines finest Japanese craftmanship, design and over-engineering. Therefore, it's for me the very best quartz watch ever built. Love it every single day.

[@mhenrique4860]

I love quartz! I much prefer a higher grade quartz movement than any mechanical movement.. I wish rolex still produce the oysterquartz..

[@KMV007]

I was on the phone with the GS boutique here in London to buy one the following day of release and they were all sold out. One other small negative is the 19mm lug width. PS. That was an amazing intro.

[@xtnguyen7760]

Wow, congrats to you BW !! That dial is very cool, with the Blue GS logo and second hand is pure class...❤

[@johnhealey6455]

This is really next-level watchmaking and manufacturing prowess. You made a great decision. I would love to add a Grand Seiko quartz watch to my one-piece collection. Great video!

[@whywecollectwatches]

Beautiful choice Bruce. I have a Grand Seiko SBGA415 and there are very few watches that can match the craftsmanship and artistry of that dial.

[@cjsolarmusic]

Just sold a SBGA375 bc it wasn’t scratching the GS itch enough… wanted spring drive and 44GS and there weren’t many options but the dial wasn’t GS’y enough for me. Might have to just get a snowflake and this 9F 44GS some day and have a duo that hits all the things I want from the brand.

[@jodysilvia2]

The sea of clouds dial is Fabulous.

[@Jeetacademykl]

This watch has been on my sight for few months now. I can't put my mind out of it.. Absolutely perfect for me ( size, color, etc,,,)

[@scottwexlin6456]

Very nice Bruce, congratulations. I think it looks great

[@jacc88888]

Gorgeous watch, hopefully it’s just the camera angle but it looked like the seconds hand wasn’t hitting the markers accurately 😮… surely not with GS!?

[@donjuan150]

Just the camera angle for sure!

[@donjuan150]

Just the camera angle for sure!

[@dimitriskekos]

Nice choice Bruce...I have bought Sea of clouds 5 months ago and i dont leave from my hand...Its a art of perfection and accurate

[@anorax001]

Even Grand Seiko's pure quartz 9F calibres are finally crafted. Incredible.

[@NOLASkaGuitarist]

Love my SBGX261, it's the watch I set my other watches to. Also the one I stare at the most lol

[@Mohammad89H]

here is my problem with GS; their watches are thick, their bracelets and clasp are the same you'll find in a random seiko, and they use the same hands on every watch with no lume at all!

[@chia-mingyang5804]

Some models do have lumed hands but I much prefer these beautifully crafted hands. For me lume just ruins the contour and I totally don't need it.

[@klauskreiter7395]

I agree that most GS are somewhat too thick and in stainless steel rather head heavy. But not the Sea of Clouds/Unkai with 10,7 mm and well 130 g on my wrist making it just perfect.

[@Ae073001]

The sports models have lume, but the more elegant models forgo the lume as it takes away from that elegance. As far as thickness, their older quartz are 11mm and under for the most part and their newer spring drive and automatics are slimmer. The great thing about GS though is on paper a watch may seem thick, but man...when you put them on, they don't wear thick. GS, like reg Seiko's have a great ergo designs that really fit a wrist well. Just have to see and try them in person.

[@EAST2432]

Wearing the sea of clouds right now! One of the best GS!

[@jonathankao5698]

Man that view of the 9F movement is stunning. I've been thinking that if I'm gonna get a GS some day, it's gonna be a Spring Drive, but with how much thought they put into their quartz movement and the relatively more affordable prices of the quartz models I'm not so sure anymore.

[@bruceleroy8063]

Also the significance of Seiko introducing quartz technology to the industry

[@dimasakbar7668]

is that an exhibition caseback on a quartz? nuts😂 i love it.

[@markymark3572]

Simply gorgeous GS. Only they could put so much effort into the finishing of it's quartz movement

[@justonemovement]

I have just gifted myself an SLGH 013G and I can guarantee you that it is one of the most beautiful watches that I have seen, much less owned, Apart from the looks it also has the revolutionary 9SA5A movement and of course oodles of Zaratsu polished surfaces...This high beat GS is truly a winner

[@PINKFL0YD-s2h]

Good to hear someone who appreciates the quartz GS.

[@Koishishibaman]

Congratulations on the handsome watch! I have one at home. Kind of a stunner! The light blue dial is the same as the sbga413, only blue. Great looking case. I need to wear mine more❤

[@antalszabo8591]

Hi Bruce, this is a beautiful piece, congratulations! I was not aware one can set the hour hand without hacking the movement - maybe you are the first highlighting this. Ideal travel watch. I have just purchased an SBGA299 that is spring drive but simple white dial. Love GS too. Have a good time with your new watch! Regards from Hungary. Tony

[@jackiechan8840]

The only negative for these watches is the zaratsu surfaces scratch easily. Small negative. But overall I love the polishing.

[@antonbayda2571]

Congrats Bruce, you've got a beauty)

[@edwardcatt2399]

The skeleton case quartz is completely unique and VERY cool. Mine has a damned lion on the back . . . I did _not_ ask for some absurd lion on my watch even if my name is ‘Catt’ 🙄

[@ripperx444]

Just got it as well. It’s a nice watch. After having lots of GS I have to say the 44GS case is awesome. There is no reason to pay 2x for the same watch just with a high beat. They don’t use micro adjustments so these 9F ones are thinner and jr makes a difference with these bracletes

[@Noypi54494]

Thanks for a great review on an excellent HAQ watch. I'm still debating a GS HAQ or The Citizen with Eco Drive so I don't have to worry about a battery change for a couple decades and still enjoy the high accuracy time keeping.

[@showbiz3848]

I feel your passion brother. I can't imagine anyone watching this could argue with your taste in time pieces. And just to say....if not for the fact that I'm still on my honeymoon (2-months❤) with my "Longines Spirit 42, Blue Sunray" with it's quirky, truncated Arabic '3' (which I love)... ....I most certainly would be ponying up $3800 for my own Grand Seiko, and just like yours. WOWZER😎 (Only Grand Seiko could transform a quartz Moment in to a piece of museum quality art). Congratulations 🎉🎊🎉😂

[@oes2546]

The 9F is my grail movement. I have an interest in quartz, even if 99.999% of quartz are mass produced and "not special", I still see them as what they are, the objectively best watch movements out there (and then you can argue what's best out of battery (9F), solar (cal.0100) or spring drive (9R) after that). And thus I appreciate that we at all have some high level versions of them that can command (at least to me) a similar kind of admiration as a well crafted mechanical movement do.

[@stephengarratt8027]

When you consider your getting all the same elements on this watch and their fitting this piece accurate to 5 seconds a year with an open caseback , what's not to like. Super watch Bruce congratulations.

[@marketingsuccess2637]

Their watches are amazing, however, there lack of line and their bracelet design with no micro adjustments detract which is arguably a fantastic timepiece. Those are the reasons I haven’t purchased these particular models.

[@slanealb]

Beautiful dial Bruce. I'm a fan of the Omiwatari SBGY007. Obviously a different case and movement , but GS is a master of lighter hues. The Shunbun and your baby blue are great examples. Hope to see you wearing it at a HSU event soon.

[@stapleboss]

I have an 017 and love it. Had it on a light grey suede strap (feather light) all winter and am about to switch back to the bracelet. Accuracy is closer to 0-2 spy than 5. I agree on the screw down crown, I'd prefer it, but I'm not wearing this kayaking or to the beach, so I can live with it. Probably my "prettiest" watch and it actually gets noticed by people / has a little bling to it.

[@drloch]

The Japanese actually have an artistic principle about imperfection being true beauty. Perfection is not seen as beautiful.

[@johnayres2303]

Well when you have worn the watch for a few weeks it will develop its own imperfections with scratches.

[@davidr2802]

aka Wabi Sabi.

[@MattJPN]

@@davidr2802 that’s a type of horseradish.

[@drbobsnightmare2521]

That's why they like girls with dragon teeth.

[@forgettmenot]

@@MattJPN you should try Hakuna Matata, best horseradish for your sushi

[@Emach76]

What's wrong with me that I clicked off when I saw quartz. At least I came back to finish the video.

[@scottlalonde2878]

Beautiful watch, good scoop, Bruce👍

[@madamerosario]

I'm here a year later, and the Sea of Clouds is sold out and I just bought from the secondary market. Hearing you talk about fearing having to do that with the Peacock had me rolling 😂.

[@Ben-yw8be]

I’m looking for my first Grand Seiko. This might be the one.

[@Nom_AnorVSJedi]

I don’t get why GS can’t make a 40mm diver or better clasp. Why?

[@7eSens17]

You should buy also the slgh013 😀

[@ABCdotcom]

You've gotta get a Spring Drive GS - you will NOT regret it!

[@MDchaz]

Great movement and finishing and less than $4k 👍

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

Great dial, it's often the case with GS. I love the quirks and imperfections GS are too perfect for me but that's coming from a guy who think there's nothing more generic than a Rolex or Tudor. I wish I had the means to trade often but I couldn't stand the loss on my quirky buys. Did you see what I did here?

[@ryanelectra225]

Surprised you went quartz. I got an SBGH295 Soko Frost last year, it has the 62GS case. Very happy with it. That Peacock is pretty!

[@alang5293]

I would stick to the quartz and spring drive movements. Very happy with my white birch spring drive. Disappointed with accuracy of SLGH013 hi-beat movement.

[@juanmenjivar28]

Looks beautiful and elegant. Is that the same texture dial of the cherry blossom?

[@klauskreiter7395]

Yes, just with a blueish instead of a pinkish hue.

[@MrZanzibar123]

How do these GS bracelets compare to those on the Seiko SLA Willard models, like 049, 051, 063, and 061?

[@knivesandstuff]

So Is this one of the new Collection with the Cartier and the Rolex, or was this sold too.. I think this watch is one of my dream watches. I'll never be a collector that gets into severe high cost. but i do find myself always going back to seiko divers and grand seiko for what i want to wear

[@uesugikaru]

Bruce. Does the second hand hit the marks spot on?

[@dnafty]

It was a super tough decision for me, but I recently went with the SBGM 247. The 9S auto GMT with the olive green dial... and I loooove it! I also totally see what you're saying though, as the quartz version is STILL on my mind!🤤

[@ufgator18]

Great video. Man do I love Grand Seiko. But I soo wish they had different hand sets, especially for the seconds hand. I like when the seconds hand is more prominent with an arrow or triangle or some kind of pip for legibility and preciseness; that would be- inserted chef's kiss- just a magical thing to see on their spring drive or these incredibly precise quartz movements. Would love to see more tool watches from them, less dressy, more like Sinn

[@calvinchann1996]

My next GS will be a high accuracy quartz model.

[@brianshubert1333]

Haven't watched the video yet, but had to comment on the intro music. Beethoven is always a good choice!

[@leidetai5082]

I bought this watch Bruce. I love it but after three months that highly polished bezel is all scratched up. Don’t know what to do about it.

[@wintermute8315]

The movement of the hand does feel slightly like a water droplet. Just a little less sharp than the usual quartz tick. However, hm, I still prefer a sweep.

[@whodeycinbengals]

Lovely, but I don’t like all of high polish on the lugs. It looks great for about a week before it’s all scratched up just from wearing it under a sleeve

[@gioraus]

If GS going towards “thin” as another layer of art and know-how. They’ll create another level of respect.

[@benjaminvis]

The thing that would keep me from buying used GS or indeed paying thousands for GS is that those noticeable hairlines are likely to take away the enjoyment of a key selling point of the watch in very little time of wear. That seems like such a risk when buying polished perfection when not also specifically hardened for regular use over time. Does that make dressy GS watches more like home museum pieces? I fear that is the case, so even if I wanted to spend big money on one, I think I might ultimately always decide it's not worth it. That said, this does apply to virtually all watches above a certain price point to me. I generally wnmabt all my watches to be daily wearers and I don't want daily wear and tear to be too strongly associated with a loss of enjoyment or monetary value.

[@carlogalopo2605]

Do they have the same dial on a hi-beat?

[@jollyrob]

I think you've made a very wise choice - which I saw coming 😊 It appears to be both a heart and head decision too which is ideal surely. Hopefully I'll be lucky enough to aquire a GS soon 🤞

[@jackiechan8840]

I wish there was micro adjustment on the bracelet. Would like to get a Rolex jubilee bracelet on it.

[@stevem863]

Just friggin get it. Don’t you have a Tissot PRX you can sell?

[@ianwoollard2063]

If I ever got one it would be a spring drive. Such clever movement technology and accuracy. I’m not impressed with their bracelet designs though and that’s a deal breaker for me. I dislike watch straps.

[@Ae073001]

Many places sell aftermarket bracelets that fit specifically GS watches. Purchased a few for the 44GS case.

[@danageberten]

Do they also have this perfection principle regarding bracelets?

[@DarkPa1adin]

I'm looking forward to 9SA2 version of sbga413 (thinner case of 62GS)

[@paulvon2378]

how much is the replacement battery?

[@KTZ_86]

I feel like Seiko should create gold-plated/colored GS branded batteries. The movement would look much better. Especially since they decided to create some quartz models with an open back.

[@yonah3696]

you have SO MANY cool watches. jelly

[@zyembla]

Sold out everywhere

[@alipontiac]

Does the 9F Quartz require special battery ?

[@lx95020]

Nope, off-the-shelf will work.

[@peterkalos6271]

I still don’t understand why so many hate on Grand Seiko (especially Rolex lovers). Their finishing and dials alone are class leading IMO!

[@Desperate4changing]

Let them miss out 😊

[@WatchUnwind]

I l or that they are showing off this movement. Finished better than alot of standard etas you see showed off

[@robertschmidt9584]

Have a blue GMT GS Quartz. Venerable little timepiece.

[@Endureromex]

I have a Snowflake and an LX (a cuasi GS) and I place them on my desk just to look at them while working.

[@cocoyc495]

I don't understand the bracelet "flex" comment. Wouldn't a flexible bracelet be more comfortable around the wrist?

[@AZPB12]

Love my 9F!

[@samnathan2709]

You know when you get something out of a drawer that’s been sat there for years with a batter in and the battery has spilt acid and destroyed the whole thing? Wouldn’t that possibly happen here? Obviously not if it’s well cared for and worn

[@smellycappy]

Love the watch but I just cannot convince myself to get a quartz movement watch above the $1000 mark or rather $500 I know quartz is easy to maintain plus the accuracy is on point, but there is something about the mechanical and automatic movement that quartz just cannot justify

[@TheHoth1]

Only if they have micro adjustments, I will be like take my money!

[@truevegas]

Seiko LE Grand Sport SSC314P-9 is a nicer watch than any Grand Seiko IMO

[@911rsr]

I wish more quartz Gs watches have see through caseback. Why bother covering it when it is finished so beautifully?

[@carlashcroft6652]

What's the blue one called? it's gorgeous, I want to marry it! ♥️

[@AM-qk5qg]

Amazing watch, but so sad its so small. It looks tiny on you Bruce...we need watches for 7+ wrists

[@rm783]

Amazing

[@KC-bv9kf]

Nine is a lucky number:)