JustinSmathers

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The Grand Seiko, SLGH005 "White Birch"

I know that the possibilities, that I will ever be able to afford to own this piece, are virtually slim to none....but that dose of harsh reality, doe...
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commented on Any love for Aragon? ·

I'm a big fan of Aragon myself. Regeneron NE57 "Power Reserve." Wing's a great man, who IMHO, deserves a lot of credit for his originality.

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commented on Is it really that bad? ·

lmao

commented on Is it really that bad? ·

There's a saying amongst grand Seiko fans that says..."Buy a Rolex to impress your friends. Buy a Grand Seiko to impress yourself." Though true in a sense, I believe that it's much deeper than that. The same really could be said in reverse, honestly.  Some people buy a Rolex simply to impress themselves, or any other brand for that matter. 

  • These objects, no matter what name is on the dial, are an extension of our personality. A form of expression. Sometimes meant for others to recognize and interpret. Sometimes intended only to gratify one's self. Either way, they are an indicator, of our sense of style. There are negative connotations associated with pretty much all brands, in one form or another. 
  • I think it says more about whom you are as a person. The fact that knowing these criticisms, you were still willing to make the purchase and represent your "true self." Even in the face of adversity. Bravo 👏👏
  • Best wishes....
commented on geogop's WRUW ·

Stunning!!! I mean really, does it get any better?!?!

commented on My Black Friday bargain (a short essay) ·

It does wear larger than it's stated 43mm case diameter, which you initially pointed out. The bezel overhang, does in fact make it wear like a 45, because visual, IT IS!!!!😅 

I laugh but it's kinda not funny. This is a "technique"(shall we say), that Wing employs regularly. The reason, I believe, is 2-fold. 1) It allows for better all around bezel purchase. 2) When designing he prefers the look of larger timepieces, and doesn't want people to be put off by the larger dimension.  The second one is speculation on my part, but having followed him for years now, I feel fairly certain this is the case. 

commented on My Black Friday bargain (a short essay) ·

That's a real beauty. I own the blue/blue combo of the Divemaster 4 "EVO", as well as quite a few other Aragon models. It's really just a "no-nonsense" dive watch. The indices are a product known as "lumi-cast."They're a polymer material, w/ lume pigment mixed throughout. Generally speaking, Aragon watches are great value for the money. Particularly when you catch one of the sales that Wing regularly runs. 

Not that they are without flaw by any means though. To the contrary. I occasionally find slight QC issues w/ them, which is to be expected at this price. Especially considering that they're both designed and assembled in the US. The manufacturing is done in China (where exactly I'm not sure of). 

Ultimately, no matter what price-point you purchase these watches at, from a market perspective, they're worth at least what you paid for them. Generally speaking, you just have to be okay with wearing slightly larger watches. Myself, I own watches at both ends of the spectrum. From 39mm to 52mm, and depending on the day, cycle through them in trends. Some days I don't mind wearing something larger. Other days I prefer smaller pieces. Considering I change watches 3, sometimes 4 times per day, my collection of around 20 watches gets cycled through regularly. Wear it in good health my friend...

commented on The Grand Seiko, SLGH005 "White Birch" ·

In all honesty, I am not an owner of any GS models. So for such reasons, my opinions on the matter, are just that...... "my opinions." And as such, I cannot offer any "real world" perspective, other than having handled them for brief periods of time. 

I can however pass comment, on the wrist-shots that you provided. The 4th one in particular, is absolutely stunning. It really provides a large amount of depth and detail to the watch itself, as well as that gorgeous, crocodile-leather strap. Stunning, to say the least.