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ok I rarely do this but I'm very undecided trying to pick between these two:
your thoughts and opinions are appreciated. One is more traditional looking the other more modern and a spring drive, just not sure
your thoughts and opinions are appreciated. One is more traditional looking the other more modern and a spring drive, just not sure
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Number 2 for me. I want to have a spring drive at some point.
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dukerules wrote:#2.
+1 on #2.
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I like them both, prefer #2- the only thing that might hold me back is the
size of #2 at 43.5...That could be a non-issue depending on your wrist size.
size of #2 at 43.5...That could be a non-issue depending on your wrist size.
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jimyritz wrote:I like them both, prefer #2- the only thing that might hold me back is the
size of #2 at 43.5...That could be a non-issue depending on your wrist size.
Yes I haven't been able to find out what a lug to lug distance is. The other thing I wonder about is if the "standard" non springdrive movement will be easier to service
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=========caesarmascetti wrote:jimyritz wrote:I like them both, prefer #2- the only thing that might hold me back is the
size of #2 at 43.5...That could be a non-issue depending on your wrist size.
Yes I haven't been able to find out what a lug to lug distance is. The other thing I wonder about is if the "standard" non springdrive movement will be easier to service
You could send a note to Brett at Timeless Luxury and he might be able to help...
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#2 - I like the bezel more.
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#2-if you're gonna go GS-go balls deep and get the SD IMO.
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I'd go with the spring drive one all the way. I'd be curious if ADs discount these at all. I got a quote on one, with a trade on my end, and was just told I'd owe "x" amount and that the watch MSRP was X. I thought the trade value (MSRP-what I'd owe) was fair but was a little surprised that they used MSRP to quote me. Maybe my expectations weren't in line with reality. In all fairness, the AD did suggest a couple of alternatives, answered my questions, and I would definitely still buy a GS from them, but I was just a little surprised about the MSPR pricing.
edit: CM, shoot me a text if you want to talk about the AD or want the contact.
edit: CM, shoot me a text if you want to talk about the AD or want the contact.
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If you can pull off the size, go with the SD.
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I'll be in the minority here. #1 based on the look alone. Something about #2 I just cant put my finger on.
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I prefer the aesthetic and movement of the spring drive. Both are unique to Seiko and embody all that's good about Seiko.
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#2 by far for me. I've seen them both in person at the Seiko boutique in NY and #2 is just stunning.
Wrist shot from the web
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I can't help but feel that the bezel on the first one is stolen from the Explorer and the second one from the GMT.. That would drive me mad... Sadly, I say neither ...
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The second one has the Seiko "Speedmaster Pro" bracelet. I'd take the Explorer 2 homage with an automatic movement over the SD/Omega bracelet combo.slashd0t wrote:I can't help but feel that the bezel on the first one is stolen from the Explorer and the second one from the GMT.. That would drive me mad... Sadly, I say neither ...
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JP Chestnut wrote:The second one has the Seiko "Speedmaster Pro" bracelet. I'd take the Explorer 2 homage with an automatic movement over the SD/Omega bracelet combo.slashd0t wrote:I can't help but feel that the bezel on the first one is stolen from the Explorer and the second one from the GMT.. That would drive me mad... Sadly, I say neither ...
Exactly.. It's like a combo of ripping everyone else off... I would get it if the watches were cheap, but, these aren't cheap fuckers! I would want some original design for that price..
Sorry, I don't mean to be negative, but, I just couldn't get past it ..
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The second one is hotter in my opinion and I'd rock that.
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Unfortunately, more times than not, when Seiko does "original" it looks like this: I actually like both the watches in this thread, and do genuinely prefer the Explorer 2 looking one. It's simply strange that the MM300 is such a lovely looking original dive watch and so many of their higher-end offerings are totally derivative.slashd0t wrote:JP Chestnut wrote:The second one has the Seiko "Speedmaster Pro" bracelet. I'd take the Explorer 2 homage with an automatic movement over the SD/Omega bracelet combo.slashd0t wrote:I can't help but feel that the bezel on the first one is stolen from the Explorer and the second one from the GMT.. That would drive me mad... Sadly, I say neither ...
Exactly.. It's like a combo of ripping everyone else off... I would get it if the watches were cheap, but, these aren't cheap fuckers! I would want some original design for that price..
Sorry, I don't mean to be negative, but, I just couldn't get past it ..
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I'm a sucker for that lumed sapphire bezel....
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Think Im going with number 1, #2's dial is just a little too busy. The power gauge clutters it up for me I think. Hmmmmm not sure
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