Gazzla 23 Posted November 9, 2015 Hey Gang So this arrived last week; I was salivating like a rabid dog for 3 days. I bought this as a precursor to dipping my toe into the Grand Seiko water and needed to know if I could live with the size of a Grand Seiko SBGT005. At 37.5mm I was concerned that it may be too small. My fears were realised when I popped this on my wrist. I've tried loads of different straps, but whatever I put it on it still wears too small for me. Notwithstanding, this is one beautiful watch. Everything about it screams solidly built. From the superb high beat 6R movement to the dial and markers, everything is proper. The second hand sweeps round serenely, the date changes as it should and the DWO sits perfectly in the window. The bracelet is an upgrade from the usual Seiko, which can be a bit rattly. The 20mm lug width is perfect; it weighs just 137 grams with the bracelet. It really is fantastic. So, three things I've learnt from buying this watch: 1. It is a beautiful piece and I so wish it was a couple of mm bigger. 2. I won't be buying a Grand Seiko SBGT005 3. Someone will get a brand new SARB035 very soon Enough bollocks and drivel, eh? Pics: Gaz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 9, 2015 Its a killer. Such a beautiful watch but yes, hard to get past the smaller size. I just left a Seiko AD a few minutes ago. I was trying on a few and did give a Grand Seiko a try on. Looks fantastic and I guess I would have one if the price was not up there where they are. I just kinda figure when I am spending that kind of money I need every aspect to my liking and the smaller size is what stops me. With that said, there is an Astron in the near future! Great pics as always Gaz! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted November 9, 2015 Beauuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuutiful Gaz.. GLWS :lmao: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenjaminButton 149 Posted November 9, 2015 Yep, just too small. Real shame the quality and detailing are really excellent. Love the lume. Photographs are also, as always, superb. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
insert-here 0 Posted November 9, 2015 So what size was the Grand Seiko lite with the snowflake dial you had about a month ago? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 9, 2015 Its a killer. Such a beautiful watch but yes, hard to get past the smaller size. I just left a Seiko AD a few minutes ago. I was trying on a few and did give a Grand Seiko a try on. Looks fantastic and I guess I would have one if the price was not up there where they are. I just kinda figure when I am spending that kind of money I need every aspect to my liking and the smaller size is what stops me. With that said, there is an Astron in the near future! Great pics as always Gaz! Ooooh, are you buying an Astron? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 9, 2015 Its a killer. Such a beautiful watch but yes, hard to get past the smaller size. I just left a Seiko AD a few minutes ago. I was trying on a few and did give a Grand Seiko a try on. Looks fantastic and I guess I would have one if the price was not up there where they are. I just kinda figure when I am spending that kind of money I need every aspect to my liking and the smaller size is what stops me. With that said, there is an Astron in the near future! Great pics as always Gaz! Ooooh, are you buying an Astron? I only went into the AD to drop off my Accutron for service. The Astron display case was just glaring at me. I should have never put one on my wrist, but yes I do believe the Astron will be my next; most likely next month. Its just a matter of deciding which one since I like so many Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 9, 2015 Its a killer. Such a beautiful watch but yes, hard to get past the smaller size. I just left a Seiko AD a few minutes ago. I was trying on a few and did give a Grand Seiko a try on. Looks fantastic and I guess I would have one if the price was not up there where they are. I just kinda figure when I am spending that kind of money I need every aspect to my liking and the smaller size is what stops me. With that said, there is an Astron in the near future! Great pics as always Gaz! Ooooh, are you buying an Astron? I only went into the AD to drop off my Accutron for service. The Astron display case was just glaring at me. I should have never put one on my wrist, but yes I do believe the Astron will be my next; most likely next month. Its just a matter of deciding which one since I like so many Here's mine. Make sure you get the latest model. The earlier ones are a bit big and not as good in my opinion: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 9, 2015 Its a killer. Such a beautiful watch but yes, hard to get past the smaller size. I just left a Seiko AD a few minutes ago. I was trying on a few and did give a Grand Seiko a try on. Looks fantastic and I guess I would have one if the price was not up there where they are. I just kinda figure when I am spending that kind of money I need every aspect to my liking and the smaller size is what stops me. With that said, there is an Astron in the near future! Great pics as always Gaz! Ooooh, are you buying an Astron? I only went into the AD to drop off my Accutron for service. The Astron display case was just glaring at me. I should have never put one on my wrist, but yes I do believe the Astron will be my next; most likely next month. Its just a matter of deciding which one since I like so many Here's mine. Make sure you get the latest model. The earlier ones are a bit big and not as good in my opinion: The one I tried was like yours with the exception of RG hands and markers. Forgot to get the model number but I have to go back in about a week to pick up the Accutron Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 9, 2015 Yep, just too small. Real shame the quality and detailing are really excellent. Love the lume. Photographs are also, as always, superb. Thanks Ben. I'm a bit gutted to be honest; virtually rules out a Grand Seiko. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 9, 2015 So what size was the Grand Seiko lite with the snowflake dial you had about a month ago? 42mm, which is perfect, but no 6R movement . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenjaminButton 149 Posted November 9, 2015 Yep, just too small. Real shame the quality and detailing are really excellent. Love the lume. Photographs are also, as always, superb. Thanks Ben. I'm a bit gutted to be honest; virtually rules out a Grand Seiko. 42mm...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoveAlong 23 Posted November 10, 2015 Gaz, I like looking at your pics more than looking at my own SARB, bravo as usual! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kwt 11 Posted November 10, 2015 From the wrist shot you posted mate, I don't think it is too small for your wrist but then I think you are use to wearing 44mm watches. You are going to have no problems selling at all man - this is still a import model only. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UmpaHimself 223 Posted November 10, 2015 Nice! That lume is pretty sweet too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcagara08 31 Posted November 10, 2015 wow amazing piece right there! looking forward for your sales thread! 37mm is the sweet spot for such dressy watches Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 10, 2015 Yep, just too small. Real shame the quality and detailing are really excellent. Love the lume. Photographs are also, as always, superb. Thanks Ben. I'm a bit gutted to be honest; virtually rules out a Grand Seiko. 42mm...... Perfect size, but double the dough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 10, 2015 wow amazing piece right there! looking forward for your sales thread! 37mm is the sweet spot for such dressy watches Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted November 10, 2015 Gaz; every time you post photos I hate you a little more...you never cease to instill that sense of "WANT"....nee..."NEED" of whatever watch that has become the object of your lens. I think the best way forward (to solve this problem) would be for you to PP me the corresponding amount needed to purchase the watch in question - preferably before you post it.... Thank you for your cooperation! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenjaminButton 149 Posted November 10, 2015 Yep, just too small. Real shame the quality and detailing are really excellent. Love the lume. Photographs are also, as always, superb. Thanks Ben. I'm a bit gutted to be honest; virtually rules out a Grand Seiko. 42mm...... Perfect size, but double the dough. Didn't check the price.... Twice the dough......Arse!! Are you on a mission to go genuine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 10, 2015 Are you on a mission to go genuine? Not sure what you are alluding to? For a Grand Seiko or just generally? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BenjaminButton 149 Posted November 10, 2015 Are you on a mission to go genuine? Not sure what you are alluding to? For a Grand Seiko or just generally? I was mainly distracting myself from a long and tense day at work with talk of watches. Any talk. Love the Grand Seikos but they are a serious purchase.... I guess I'm asking generally given the smaller Grand Seikos are too small. I'm rambling ignore me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 10, 2015 Gaz; every time you post photos I hate you a little more...you never cease to instill that sense of "WANT"....nee..."NEED" of whatever watch that has become the object of your lens. I think the best way forward (to solve this problem) would be for you to PP me the corresponding amount needed to purchase the watch in question - preferably before you post it.... Thank you for your cooperation! That made me . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 10, 2015 Just when I thought the Grand Seiko was too small I find this one a 44mm: SBGA031. Still a good chunk of dough at around $6700 Drive system Spring Drive Caliber No. 9R65 Case High-intensity titanium Bezel High-intensity titanium and black hard-coated high-intensity titanium Case back Screw case back Glass Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating Bracelet Solid high-intensity titanium and solid titanium Buckle Titanium and stainless steel with three-hold clasp with secure lock, push button release and diver adjuster Accuracy ±1 second / day Water resistance 200 m Magnetic resistance 4800 A/m (60 gauss) Weight 137g Case thickness 14.0mm Case diameter 44.2mm Jewels 30 Remarks One-way rotating bezel Screw crown Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 10, 2015 Just when I thought the Grand Seiko was too small I find this one a 44mm: SBGA031. Still a good chunk of dough at around $6700 Yep, I looked at that, saw the price tag and hid in a dark room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
