The Best Watch Dial Ever Made

There are some good dials out there, some really good dials, and there are some exceptional dials as well. But there’s only one dial that can be called the best-and it’s this, the Grand Seiko SBGA211.
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[@snazzy]

It’s worth every penny. Bought mine early this year and haven’t regretted it for a second!!

[@MarkBurghouwt]

Snazzy Labs lol buy me one pls! Love ur vids btw

[@Brainman_2331]

How could someone regret buying this watch for a second if even the seconds are orgasmic to look at?

[@finkejak]

How does the titanium hold up in regards to scratches?

[@spyknife]

The only negative with grand seiko is its resale value. If you sell it after a few years you would be lucky to get half your money back unlike rolex or patek. But other than that it's a beautiful watch.

[@Brainman_2331]

@@spyknife if you take the resale value into consideration when buying a watch, it's not the right watch. Choose a watch that doesn't need to be resold. Something you want to take into your grave with you.

[@chi-towncalifornia5916]

Want to differentiate a true watch enthusiast from a status symbol chaser? Just ask them about Grand Seiko.

[@sohamparab7436]

Want to differentiate a true enthusiast from a gateway sheep? Also ask them about Grand Seiko

[@Recklesteen]

@@sohamparab7436 Found the salty Rolex owner

[@marcosskinlab]

Chi-Town California that comment made me laugh so hard!

[@redpillsociety6479]

I consider myself an enthusiast and can appreciate grand Seiko in a profound way. But, I do prefer the timeless style and design of a Rolex, that only gains value over time and tells a story.

[@chi-towncalifornia5916]

RED PILL SOCIETY You actually made my point. A watch enthusiast who doesn’t want to own a Grand Seiko will bring up issues with the actual watches, rather than just trashing the name on the dial, and saying Japanese watches are inferior. To be fair, though, there are some GS models like the Peakcock going up in value, just not as many as Rolex. I absolutely love both GS and Rolex, they are my two favorite brands right now.

[@nodieusa]

This guy could sell MVMT watches to Hans Wilsdorf....

[@MrR2185]

Best comment here lol! ...and yes, this channel and his commentary is simply fantastic.

[@xxzgame3125]

@Jaime Yang 😂😂😂

[@SukerSukerSuker]

I must say. I am addict to this channel.

[@NunYa953]

Totally 💊💉

[@biglezmate3830]

I can't stand it. They just clickbait everything. 5 reasons why you shouldn't buy (insert watch) and then they just talk about the specs of the watch instead of giving the points of why you shouldn't buy it. He just waffles.

[@tnminhkhoi1398]

Watches are addicting you know 😂 Im 17 and i have 4 watches by now Cant stopppp

[@biscuitsalive]

Forget the iPad, forget the jet plane, imagine taking one of these back to the dark ages. They would immediately presume anything so perfect would have been made by the gods for the gods.

[@richardmuth5510]

biscuitsalive it'd probably just be called heresy

[@golddragon8672]

i could see Zeus wear this

[@crybabyteamo]

They'd then look at the power reserve indicator and conclude that these gods are not perfect after all

[@alexjohnward]

Nope, matchbox is the king, famously nothing impressive exists after that.

[@machtschnell7452]

What? They are not?

[@Oozywolf]

One day... One day I will own this goddamn watch

[@myster1ous23]

That's the attitude!

[@stefanfreestylez]

Good mentality. Really man if youre looking at all the numbers in and out, youll most likely be able to get it alot sooner than you thought. Best of luck.

[@ChefTom777]

That's the spirit dude.. I know you will

[@soulure]

I believe in you

[@thefatdragon4580]

May the watch god's bless you my son go my boy I am happy you are not a worshipper of satan (mvmt and DW and vincero) you deserve this and you will get it soon my son Some one pray for me too ❤️

[@anthonyiodice]

This is my Grail. If only I didn’t have to eat for a year or two

[@make.oxtail.cheap.again1]

You'll get it mate

[@Natemire]

I feel exactly the same.

[@appalachiangunman9589]

Me too man.

[@minthantnaing3092]

It’s like ASMR of watches

[@HardcoreMotors]

What?!

[@HoopleHeadUSA]

More please!

[@riseuplight]

John Ng yeah I use these to sleep

[@DjVader112]

Man now I wish he lets us listen to the sound of the watch

[@Sucherrie]

I come here for watches but I stay for the storytelling 🤣

[@golddragon8672]

Phoumara Nuon its a free course in history lesson as well

[@donjuan150]

Great comment!!!

[@bauernopfer87]

These videos are so poetic. Borderline corny ;)

[@allodesousa]

we all did ;))

[@billykaminski525]

Just got this watch as a wedding present on Saturday love it so much I can't help but stare at it 😍

[@otobotrecords]

Congrats!

[@urhhoney]

lucky son of a gun. Enjoy :P

[@isaiasrivas7431]

I got a Timex for my wedding gift! It’s the thought that counts! But congrats on marriage and watch!

[@DutchClawz]

Billy Kaminski fuck off mate😂 Much joy and happiness to you. Kind of jealous still.

[@ykm257]

If you had to give up your wife or the watch which would you choose? 😂

[@modelllichtsysteme]

3:42 I agree with you!! When you visit this country, you never want go back home! :)

[@navajasrs2402]

Wait, “when I put it on in the morning”?! You’re assuming I’d ever take this thing off? Ha!

[@urhhoney]

or put it on, for polar opposite people :D

[@captnagrom8178]

You chose your words for this presentation , perfectly .

[@mattwasilewicz9677]

I bought a GS a few weeks ago because I felt it was time to try out the brand. Only one word can describe the dial, "perfection". Everything, the polish, the graining, is literally perfect, even when viewing under a 10x loupe

[@ryanray6215]

Can you see the time at night , when is pitched black ?

[@mattwasilewicz9677]

@@ryanray6215 Well no, there is no lume, you need at least some light. However, in low light, you definitely still can as the indicies reflect like a mirror

[@lndyrd]

i believe that was the intention of the artisans polishing of the indices and hands to such a high degree. To ensure high visibility at all angles and most lighting conditions

[@LorianandLothric]

It’s almost perfect. The only flaw is that it’s too big. 41mm case and 49mm lug to lug is a turn off.

[@ekimandersom4478]

@@LorianandLothric That all depends how big wrist you have.

[@Cenicebri0]

I remember when this video was first uploaded a few years ago, I regulary revisited as a way to keep my eyes on the price or in this case, on my grial. Last month I finally got my snowflake and it surpassed all my expectations. A true modern icon.

[@JasonX2]

My grandfather, who was an old watch maker, once told me: "You buy a Rolex to impress others, you buy a Grand Seiko to nut in your pants."

[@AmarDamani]

Finally my fav watch gets the praise it deserves.. Wish to own it someday...

[@robertsullivan4773]

OMG this guy could sell ice to the Eskimo's. I've never considered a GS and now I am.

[@bradarsenault6984]

GS is second to none with precision finish and quality control. I wouldn't consider really anything else for an elegant/dressy watch if I'm looking to buy new. Why spend more for the big Swiss names when they can't compete with the attention to detail that GS presents?

[@jacc88888]

footballcoreano In which way is it less precisely made than those you mentioned? The movement? the dial? (I doubt it very much), the case finishing?(I doubt it), the bracelet? (yes, possibly). Please be specific as maybe you have ownership experience with both GS and some of these comparable Swiss watches and can share your knowledge with us more clearly.

[@johnt.70]

@footballcoreano The fact that you think a Grand Seiko spring drive movement is inaccurate tells me that you know literally nothing about watches. They're tested at +/- 10 seconds a month. And their finishing is every bit the equal of the Swiss.

[@johnt.70]

@footballcoreano You are a cretin. Goodbye

[@skdncbdjsjxbdb]

@footballcoreano shut up nerd

[@IamtheWV17]

Spring drive is my dream.... It really is the pinnacle of horology. Refusing to accept how incredible it is is like refusing to believe that electric drive is the future of automotive.

[@gustavoechevarria9369]

Except electric drive isn’t the future of automotive, bio fuels is.

[@clementr]

Except for people who want an entirely mechanical watch and not a hybrid of a mechanical and an electric watch. I value the proposition, which is almost a marvel of technology (still a step down quartz watches for me), but I just can't love a watch which uses other fields than mechanics (like magnetic fields for the spring drive). Besides, I highly respect Seiko for their research of precision and practicality, but there is nothing more than pure rationality in the watch, and I simply doesn't feel anything while looking at a Seiko.

[@alvadagansta]

ekim andersom lmfao tell that to the model S Plaid, doing 0 - 60 in under 2 seconds for less than $140k. It’s impossible to find a more powerful gas car for that price. This isn’t even the final form.

[@alvadagansta]

ekim andersom also look it up, the best selling Porsche right now is Porsche Taycan. It’s also the most powerful Porsche you can get for the money. Don’t forget, that’s the first ever electric Porsche.

[@dbcproductions1296]

I live in Minnesota... I don't need my watch to remind me of the dreadful winter (Kidding, this watch is perfection)

[@ianrobinson2689]

Hello from sunny Scotland.

[@jf9669]

Lucky you

[@jacc88888]

🤣 Good comment

[@ulysses26]

Ok. This one got me. The shot at the end of the second hand sweeping over the dial really does feel like a jumbo jet or some other man made marvel flying over snow covered tundra. If Grand Seiko wasn’t so inaccessible - I think the closest store is over 200 miles from me - I would genuinely be looking to buy one.

[@VanzRao]

Fantastic review and stunning macro footages. The one reason I'd take this over a Rolex or any other high end watch brand is the fact that the technology and craftsmanship put into GS watches simply cannot be replicated by even the best of replica watchmakers. With reps of daytona, subs, royal oaks etc..being very near identical (even down to the weight level) as their genuine counterpart, it always makes me question the authenticity of these watches when I see someone wearing it on the streets. I am also certain it would be the same vice versa.

[@waynepayne864]

2:39 how tf do u get a shot like that

[@bonnystarks]

"You can almost imagine that the coldness of the case when you put the watch on first thing is the morning is actually emanating from the dial itself " - just beautiful !

[@matttheoneonly6617]

I got my first Grand Seiko a few days ago. They are so worth the price!

[@raphymartinez]

I’m so excited just knowing this is my next watch. I’m in probably my favorite phase in the process which is to watch every video and read every review about the watch before actually purchasing it.

[@billclifton731]

The snowflake dial is fantastic but don't overlook the peacock dial

[@bluemystic7501]

That is an amazing dial!

[@MpSSpeaker]

yes, fully agree but have you ever seen the new Autumn dial by GS? It's breathtaking

[@mt24Carson]

The Winter and Spring seasons dials are equally amazing. ⌚👍🇯🇵

[@mt24Carson]

@Tom The Fish Oh yes, absolutely. Saw the SBGH 269 earlier this week, actually. It's an amazing piece of artwork, both the dial and the caseback. For me, it would be a bit too seasonal and tough to wear year-round where I live in the Southwestern US. If I lived in a more seasonal place, it could be a runner.

[@urhhoney]

is that good in person? because on pictures it looks strange and some other ones looks good i pictures and in person are not so good. (you mean the red peacock?)

[@haepisaus]

2 years on and the commentary of the watch alongside with the visuals still give me goosebumps. You have made me want to own one from the day I watched this video and I still do.... I guess that's the type of staying power this watch has.

[@SinnerAndSaint]

It's SO crazy how perfect a GS looks even under the closest macro perspective possible! GS may have a more industrial finish on it's movements but even they're looking beautiful under high magnification! Congrats for another great video.

[@cheeeeezewizzz]

The Grand seikos are hand finished though. All hand polished, etc

[@davidryan6616]

Bought my Snowflake today on the strength of this video. Normally a Rolex person this is a lovely additional to the collection. The titanium is a different feel per this video, it is a bit of a shock the watch is so light. Need to check the accuracy over the next few weeks. 🙂☘️🇮🇪

[@WatchGeek]

A well deserved video for the Snowflake!! Both the watch and video as high end as if gets 👍👍

[@marcusgrandon3640]

I've had a Grand Seiko GMT for 5 years now, SBGE005, and the dial is just amazing. While it's not the snowflake version, Seiko have said the dial on my JDM version was even more sophisticated to make than the Snowflake. My Grand Seiko is my daily wearer, and I never get sick of the creamy sweeping of the second hand nor the near-perfect accuracy. It's so accurate that I had to measure it in years, not days. COSC becomes a laughing matter. My GMT was +15 seconds over the course of one year, so +1.25 seconds a month. I still can't get over it. My Rolex now only gets weekend wrist time.

[@sunflash101]

I have the updated version - SBGE2005 actually and that's what I read online as well - the champagne dial is more complicated to make than the Snowflake. I do take that with a grain of salt as I don't see how it could with the lack of repeating patterns in the snowflake...but this doesn't make me love my GS GMT any less!

[@Clubbow5]

People complain about the resale value on Grand Seiko watches, and of course there are right. The watches Undisputedly are as good as any ie Rolex, Omega any high profile watch at the relative price range . If you expect a good resale price don’t buy a Grand Seiko.,these watches are for people who are not to concerned about the resale value. When you consider the labour cost in Japan are lower than in Switzerland, knowing the money has been spent on the watch not on hype and over advertising.

[@Xergthes]

I absolutely adore Grand Seiko. I daily an SBGA101, and can give them a whole-hearted recommendation.

[@pychang]

that micro shot of the perfectly finished dial makes me orgasm GS is the best in that price range the finishing is better than Rolex without a doubt

[@Waltazhaar]

Was interested in a Snowflake review. Got a poem instead. I'm not disappointed.

[@MJamilHoque]

This is an awesome watch for to many reasons. One for my collection for sure. And yes, you guys at watchfinder & Co have produced yet another gem of a video.

[@MrKeys57]

This watch is phenomenal!! - nicest dial ever!! - just stunning!!

[@mtp1979]

Great summary of my grail watch which I am now happy to own since few months. And having the pleasure to look at it in real is far more satisfying than looking at the best pictures and videos of it 😍 In a way it reminds me one of my favourite country : Iceland because it's ❄ and 🔥 at the same time.

[@akosbalog4363]

I have my Snowflake for 2+ years, I had many more watches, other GS, more expensive, etc. But the Snowflake is still my favorite, I still adore the dial everytime I have it on my wrist.

[@thscful]

Do you find the titanium scratches easily?

[@akosbalog4363]

@@thscful no, doesn't scratch any more than my stainless steel watches.

[@DarkPa1adin]

Do you find it too thick?

[@akosbalog4363]

@@DarkPa1adin no

[@sonnysantino7849]

I would sell my wife on a market so that I could afford this watch! Disclaimer for millenials and snowflakes: it's a joke! Great video!

[@yashwantchougale1600]

Ok boomer.

[@TrackCivic]

Dont talk shit about Grand Seiko Snowflake on a video about the Grand Seiko Snowflake, you swine!

[@sonnysantino7849]

@@yashwantchougale1600 I'm more like " almost millennial ". Does that count for the millennials ?

[@mrxx7471]

Um I know you said you were joking, but if someone where to offer you money would you change your mind? Just curios

[@sonnysantino7849]

@@mrxx7471 Unfortunately for me, If you were to see how my wife looks, you would realize that no one would offer money for her! Disclaimer again for millenials and social justice warriors: this is a joke based on sarcasm! Please look its meaning on your "smart phones" and God forbid that you would actually recognize it yourself or even look it up in an actual book!

[@amoghavarshamurthy]

This simply has to be one of the best commentary on a watch. Very well done. I could feel what the video and words wanted to portray.

[@benoize]

Always happy to see a GS come by. Huge fan of these watches. I tried the snowflake on and it is spectacularly beautiful, but at 41 mm just a smidge too large.. :-(

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

benoit debrock lol I tried it on and thought it was too small, but then I’m a big guy with big wrists, anything under 42 looks tiny and Rolexes look like children’s watches. Plus I hate small watches.

[@danielleblanchett5383]

@@Jabber-ig3iw ok?

[@RayRay79]

Have a look at the new Grand Seiko SBGY007

[@benoize]

@@RayRay79 niiccccceeee! Thanks for the heads-up

[@ZoltanF1LH]

Calling a Spring Drive Grand Seiko a quartz watch is like calling a Ferrari Enzo an electric car because it has a battery 😂

[@olegv.3389]

More like Prius) it's neither Mechanical nor Quartz.

[@fesham5811]

GS is the Porsche 918. The ultimate hybrid.

[@golddragon8672]

Fesh Am only those who know what ur talking about would agree

[@ZoltanF1LH]

@@fesham5811 Ferrari LaFerrari 😁

[@olegv.3389]

@@fesham5811 haha, or like i8. Anyway, the most expensive and the most amazing thing of mechanical watch is the way how they keep accuracy. Different brands has their own complicated and sophisticated mehanical solutions or even tourbillons. Seiko use quartz cristal to keep accuracy like any quartz caliber. The difference is that pure quartz watch use battery power and springdrive use spring to generate power for the wheel with magnets. It's like quartz watch with "old fashioned" energy supply system 😅. But the face of the watch is amazing, 100% true peace of art

[@friscokid66]

This is a beautiful beautiful watch. Although pretty simple in layout it screams "expensive". I can never afford these type of watches but I appreciate the video

[@Drakovox]

Grand Seiko marks the difference between desiring a watch just to show off and true admiration for the details

[@stefanfreestylez]

@lolroflkartoffel123 i bought it for the details whats wrong with that...? Those that know what it is appreciate it and those that dont well.....who cares lol. I wouldnt really consider this a luxury item. You get alot of bang for buck with this watch. Id say for it to be a luxury item there has to be an atificially boosted price tag. Like a lamborghini huracan. We all know its an audi r8 just rebadged. The quality and performance has peaked at $200k but they sell the car for over 300k. If you get what i mean. This is just my idea of a luxury item btw. To someone else a chair can be a luxury haha. Its all relative but i think best way to define luxury item would be bang for buck value.

[@michaelm.martin6799]

I have to add one of these to my collection. This channel is so addictive with the mysterious hands holding the watches, the perfect voice and the magical narrations. Love it!

[@phillippugh2161]

Watching this while waring my own snowflake...its everything he said it is and soooo much more

[@JakubSvoboda23]

That shot following sweeping second hand!😍

[@MafiosoARM]

Almost the perfect watch. I wish it was 38-39 mm, it had micro adjustments, 10 mm thick and power meter on the back.

[@nekeke1]

Exactly the same here.

[@jacc88888]

Yes, agree.

[@adamw.7169]

Hate the power reserve!! Really takes away from the dial.

[@maxlever9196]

SBGZ003, just what you are looking for.

[@DJogdog]

They made limited edition 39mm snowflakes in solid gold. Exactly the same just smaller in dimensions and made in white, yellow and rose gold IIRC.

[@chronoabi]

Is there an affortable version of this kind of a hybrid movement watch.Cause I love the fact that you will have a connection with the watch like in an automatic and the accuracy of the Qurtz.

[@steelwarrior105]

If they would just remove the darn power reserve, a) its an automatic/spring b) its such an odd placement and unnatractive shape

[@i556x45]

I own a SBGA029, and when viewing the watch at a shop, I felt the same. But somehow, it grew on me 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@leyay7540]

A power reserve indicator is always beneficial for me, whatever it's on a manual or automatic watch because I always have more than one watch in my rotation.

[@terrypreston197]

You pays your money you make your choice. Each to their own .I love watches . Arguing which is best is childish .

[@afarhan21]

Beautiful! Especially with that sweeping seconds hand moving across it.

[@Davitamon76]

If I could use only one word to describe this watch it would be: mesmerizing.

[@L0vbn56y]

Got mine last Spring. A joy every time I check the time!

[@GodZji]

The best watch I've owned period

[@cedarcanoe]

JLC is underrated as well, but Grand Seiko is the most underrated brand in the world.

[@David-ud9ju]

@Acesuprol 2107 They are underrated. They're underrated because they're not Swiss. People turn their noses up at watches that aren't Swiss. Actually I think it's mainly the Swiss watchmakers who think they're better because they're Swiss.

[@jonwu]

@Acesuprol 2107 I agree maybe "underrated" is not the best word to describe the two brands. Grand Seiko is immensely popular as an underrated brand that it's hard to call it that anymore.

[@jonwu]

@@David-ud9ju JLC is Swiss. And I would love to see someone turn their nose up at a Lange & Sohne.

[@mstelios4259]

Not underrated but underappreciated I'd say

[@SirMopy]

Acesuprol 2107 you sound like an idiot... 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@itsniceoutsidenow]

Agree that GS makes the best dials, but I don’t think the snowflake is their best. Certainly their most iconic, but they have some insanely flashy dials.

[@NoShame86]

Indeed. Love the SBGA403 with that "Lion Mane" dial, unfortunately at 44.5mm that watch is just too big!

[@ethicalelectricalgroupltd3153]

If only 39mm...this would be my grail watch

[@jeanraspail2979]

That and in stainless steel and with the power reserve in the back

[@netcrashYT]

@Acesuprol 2107 yes, there are smaller ones than the 211, I think just at 39-40mm, not much smaller than that... oh there might be one model recently released that got smaller, they refer to it as the most compact of spring drive watches

[@urhhoney]

@@jeanraspail2979 they have a different version unfortunately, platinum and and a damage of 50K is eye watering :D

[@urhhoney]

try it on. Some of their 44mm divers sit smaller than they seem.

[@jeanraspail2979]

@@urhhoney oh yea, the SBGZ001 is absolutely stunning, but limited to 30 pieces... I hope they release a non limited steel model next year

[@jeus_saaa]

I hate how this channel makes me feel so poor.

[@henrywest7217]

I've seen on in person...they and of GSs are fantastic!

[@blxtothis]

Unfortunately those who only want to pose will buy a Rolex!

[@sold4ChristJ]

I knew it wasn't a clickbait when I saw the Snowflake ❄️

[@martinliptak1436]

I would take GS over Breitling or Rolex anyday!

[@blobjoehugo1895]

So you're stupid lmao

[@martinliptak1436]

Blobjoehugo 1 yo mama. Just give me some reasons why not. Im open for discussion.

[@harvardford8752]

As an industrial designer It just blows my mind how much effort they put into these tiny tiny masterpieces. The thought put into the small details makes you question why spend more money on certain watches other than their namesakes. This is purity at its best.

[@MaroMarenio]

It's a poetry, not a review!

[@Splash111]

Rolex: we make the best watches Seiko: Hold my beer.

[@jaysmall5673]

I got a Snowflake a few months ago. Rarely off my wrist.

[@sjonhigh]

By far and I do mean, by far, you are the most pleasant channel to follow if you are a watch lover. You nail it every time and the respect for the not obvious brands is very pleasant to notice. Big tumbs up. Glad to subscribe.

[@thomasrusso1411]

Gorgeous watch but it doesn’t need a power reserve

[@eugenehong9668]

Please please please stop doing Grand Seiko videos, don’t inflate the prices please. I WANT ONE, DON’T RUIN MY CHANCES

[@damson2809]

That shot at 2:42 is beautiful af. Camera spins as the watch spins, making the sweeping second hand appears lile it's at stand still. Perfection!

[@TheKababen]

I want to order one but I’m not sure it’s the correct one. On the picture it’s exactly this watch. But the name says. Grand Seiko heritage SBGA211G. And it’s a picture of the snowflake is this the correct one? Btw the retailer is Monaco Luxury watches. Can this be trusted?

[@CrankingAllDay]

Grand Seiko's quality is actually insane. Makes Rolex look like it's made in China lol

[@ingwentsai3929]

Cranking All Day from wat u said here i guess u never had a rolex

[@CrankingAllDay]

@@ingwentsai3929 lol I got a OP 39.

[@АлександрЛитвин-м4в]

Cranking All Day rolex’s minimalistic design is so much better than this ordinary looking watches, there are thousands of watches looking almost the same as these grand seikos

[@davidryan6616]

Not one second lost in 3 days. Using 2 radio controlled clocks synchronised together. One Digital and one Analogue. Perfect so far. 🙂☘️🇮🇪

[@HeadUpKneeDown]

I was lucky enough to hold a GS Snowflake last summer. The dial and smooth sweep of the blued second hand was stunning. This and a ceramic no date Submariner are the two watches that by far spoken to me the most.

[@solicitor6268]

A beautiful watch. The combination of the traditional and the modern, wonderful.

[@David-ud9ju]

That smooth second hand sweep is one of the most beautiful watch movements in history.

[@nekeke1]

@@David-ud9ju Yes, indeed!.

[@swabby429]

How refreshing to get a dose of philosophy with a review of a timepiece.

[@scottparis6355]

The beautifully chamfered hands solve the problem of disappearing polished hands; they are always visible, regardless of the angle of view.

[@negativegains4883]

This watch is slowly becoming my grail dress watch over the Ti/Blue Aquaterra

[@lifesanabyss2727]

Negative Gains I own three GS but the aqua terra will be my next watch next year

[@negativegains4883]

@@lifesanabyss2727 that's awesome, what do you have? I've got a CW C60 600 mk3 and Steinhart Pepsi atm. Hopefully one day I make it to the bigger leagues too :)

[@lifesanabyss2727]

Negative Gains a snowflake, SBGN005 and a SBGA229 diver. Love them all

[@daffidavit]

I like your channel because I've always had a thing for mechanical watches, ever since I saw my flight instructor wear an Omega Speedmaster Professional back in 1967. I have to assume he wore a .321 "Moonwatch" because I first soled a Cessna in late 1968 and received a .861 Speedmaster as a BD gift in July of 1969 only 10 days after Apollo 11 landed on the Moon. We "space junkies" all know that Buzz Aldrin was the first person to wear a wristwatch on the moon (a .321 Omega Speedmaster). Neil Armstrong was reported to leave his "Speedy" hanging on the LEM's instrument panel for timing purposes because the built-in Bulova clock somehow lost its accuracy when approaching the Moon. I'd like to learn a little more about why Neil Armstrong left his .321 Speedmaster Professional hanging on the LM's instrument panel when Buzz Aldrin wore his first on the Moon. Thus the first "wristwatch" on the moon. As a matter of fact, there were many other clocks, including Bulova's sent to the moon before Apollo 11. Bulova's had a reputation of being the most accurate clocks at the time because of their "tuning forks" time crystals. But no Bulova could have been accepted as a "wristwatch" at the time because NASA had requested multiple wristwatch companies to submit their wristwatch timepieces for testing. Rolex, Omega, Hamilton and a few others submitted to NASA's request for submission of wristwatches. It seems not many other competitors cared to submit their brands. However, a few brands, like Rolex and Omega did. Omega won the contest for heat testing, vibration testing, and crystal testing. The Omega Speedmaster won the contest from only a very few submissions. If any other wristwatch manufacturer had known of the importance of NASA's request, I'm sure more than 50 wristwatch manufacturers would have submitted their wares. But they never bothered. Thus they lost the chance to become the "first watch on the moon". History is now complete.

[@zhengzhu27]

I was looking at this watch and its dial in details at a local AD another day. I couldn't believe myself that I cried. Imagine how much work and how hard those watchmakers have devoted themselves into this watch. Never had the same feeling from my Omega or Rolex.

[@reverbandchill]

You cried at the AD?

[@JustMeTalking]

​@@reverbandchillProbably relief at no waiting list...

[@chriswilliams1096]

The quality of finish is just superb. When compared to a premium Swiss watch the price is ridiculously cheap - even more so on the used market. I want one.

[@golfdweller3815]

I now want a Grand Seiko... 😍

[@navajasrs2402]

Thought to myself, "Dang, another blemish revealed by your luscious silky smooth macro photography"... but nope, it's actually the reflection of the light fixtures on the ceiling in the mirror (not mirror-like) finish.

[@rodrigogutierrezreyes4702]

Grand Seiko dials are a thing to behold, they're beautiful, intricate and enticing!

[@aromaticsnail]

It's true what is said about Grand Seiko. The macros don't lie. Boy, those swiss watches are really overpriced

[@nicholasevennett8231]

If this was made in steel, I would already own one. It's far too light on my wrist for my liking, and I don't really like the look of titanium either. Such a shame.

[@biohayzer]

Nicholas Evennett 100% agree. I almost bought this online without having tried it on. I finally got to try it on and the titanium bracelet with its light ‘jangley’ feel and link push pins completely put me off. Make it in steel and I’ll buy it tomorrow👍🏻

[@sebsebseb1905]

was thinking the exact same thing, you want cold, put steel or platinum, or even silver and let it oxidate (I wonder how that would look), not titanium

[@feigling2127]

Look for the SBGA407! The dial is a light blue, but with the same pattern and the case is in stainless steel and has a more elegant shape, as has the crown (in my humble opinion).

[@wernerjacq]

Nicholas Evennett My dear friend, try to wear a titanium watch for a DAY first before deciding, it’s a precious material after all, metal isn’t. It’s a fantastic material, strong, warm, soft feel, it’s a joy to wear, most people underestimate the nice qualities of the material, it has to be experienced... The color of this peticular watch isn’t the typical dull color as in a classic titanium watch, GS has made it brighter and as shiny as a staneless steel one. Give it a chance........

[@Ronaldalan114]

The titanium is so highly polished in areas, you can not differentiate the case from steel by its appearance. The brushed areas of the case and band are executed with perfection, and is more beautiful than brushed steel by any other manufacturer. The delineation between polished and brushed is magnificent, and at risk of repeating myself, it’s perfection. I own a titanium watch by Seiko. Initially, I was skeptical and like you, was not pleased, but it’s craftsmanship and technology kept me on course. It is now my preferred watch to daily. It’s the most comfortable watch I own. I never realized or even considered there could be such a thing as “wrist watch fatigue”. That said, at the end of the day, in comparison to my Deep Sea, my PAM, or my Big Bang, when I rejoice removing the watch from my wrist, there is no such relief or satisfaction if you will when I take off my Seiko. It’s a non issue, it’s like it wasn’t even on my wrist. Yes, I’m a Seiko fan boy. I love the brand, so my bias is clear. But my first Seiko was only 2 years ago, many years after my Rolex, and others. I hope I’ve convinced you to consider that steel isn’t necessarily all that it’s been promoted to be by the other brands. I have certainly woken to that fact. I hope others do as well.

[@eric21881]

grand seiko dials blow me away, the spring drive is pretty amazing too. Hopefully ill save my way to one relatively soon.

[@chinchinche]

It's a good day when watchfinder releases a new video.

[@afghandydynamite9767]

Torn between the snowflake, skyflake, and the SBGA293

[@ianmansfield68]

Totally agree with your title - this is my favourite Grand Seiko, if I had the cash, I would buy one of these over a Rolex Datejust

[@stefanfreestylez]

I was comparing it to a few rolex before buying it few months ago and imo this thing stomps everything they had in stock. Just my opinion but rolex is more of the name than anything else. Very good watches of course but we all know those prices just dont add up to what you get.

[@ianmansfield68]

@@stefanfreestylez Yep totally agree!

[@stevejfromak842]

IMO the snowflake represents an apogee of traditional Japanese design and aesthetics. Not mention of Japanese engineering and craftsmanship and execution.

[@stritlit]

The Grand Seiko Seasons collection has some pretty dope dials too.

[@SharpS2K]

I've always appreciated the GS Snowflake, but your video and narration has taken it to a new level! I can picture looking at fresh powder when the video pans along the dial. Japan ski trip and watch shopping anyone?

[@Bilderburger]

Best watch videos on KZbin award goes to this channel. So poetic! Outstanding film making.

[@xrendezv0usx]

It genuinely does have the best dial. Snowflake gets into the pantheon of legendary watches

[@godwolf2090]

Their peacock dial is really impressive as well.