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Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 4:55 pm

Hey gang,

I'm a happy guy today! My GS diver arrived and I immediately put it on a NATO strap - it's exactly what I have wanted. The lume shot is from walking in from being outside about five minutes. The watch is amazing. Thanks to Nishant for making it happen :thumbsup:

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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by rockmastermike » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:00 pm

good setup, hoppy. I dig the look.
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Post by CGSshorty » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:07 pm

Looks great on the OD NATO.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:09 pm

Thanks guys - it was definitely worth selling my other stuff to make this one a reality.

While I still like Rolex and have nothing bad to say about the brand, this is the Sub they should have built - with a 44 mm case, lug holes, and no ceramic - it's perfect for me.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by deepcdvr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:11 pm

Nice rig!

Did it come with a bracelet?
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Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:12 pm

Yes. Since I've got the PO 8500 on bracelet and VAT & JDD on Isofrane, I wanted this specifically for a NATO.
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Post by jeckyll » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:20 pm

Awesome.

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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by Henryj » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:22 pm

Crap! Just when I was really sold that my MM300 is THE ONE, this comes along. I've seen pics before, but that really is nice on the NATO. What's the size on that one, I really hope it's too big.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:24 pm

Thanks - I had in my mind that this would be perfect on NATO and it is :thumbsup:

In fairness, I'd have likely went with a MM300 if it wore just a touch larger. Everyone I talked to and every photo I saw on a larger wrist gave me the impression I wouldn't like it on my 8" wrist. I do think the MM300 is a stellar watch.

I've wanted a GS diver since first time I saw photos way back when, but the desire became stronger after getting info and pics from JeJe, Dave, and Zack. The pics Nishant took sent me over the top and I popped. Had to have one. Really, really, REALLY love it.

Thanks to all those who fed my addiction :)
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by CesarG » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:27 pm

Now that you're done having fun with it, get that bracelet back on.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:29 pm

No chance. Bracelet will live in it's box forever. I got this one specifically for NATO wearin' :fro:
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by BSears » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:55 pm

That's a big ol' bowl of WIN right there. :headbang: Always fun when you get one you really wanted and it rocks as soon as you put in on. :thumbsup: Congrats!
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by dukerules » Thu Jan 17, 2013 6:09 pm

Sweetness!
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Post by matt.wu » Thu Jan 17, 2013 6:58 pm

Looks great in NATO. :fro:
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Post by Nomadz » Thu Jan 17, 2013 7:13 pm

Very nice.....
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Post by 4pfrench » Thu Jan 17, 2013 7:14 pm

hoppyjr wrote:Thanks guys - it was definitely worth selling my other stuff to make this one a reality.
Yeah it was. Really nice.

And +1 on the permenant NATO.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 7:34 pm

NATO all the way!


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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by Sidheguitarist » Thu Jan 17, 2013 7:46 pm

That's just hot. No wonder you were movin and shakin some things lately. Totally badass on the NATO™.
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 8:03 pm

Thanks guys - I'm in it deep with this beauty :love:
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Post by kfalk » Thu Jan 17, 2013 8:09 pm

Badassery to the utmost! Perfect on NATO. Congrats!
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Post by Jeep99dad » Thu Jan 17, 2013 8:35 pm

Looking good buddy! Definitely rocks on NATO!
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by sharkfin » Thu Jan 17, 2013 8:47 pm

:rock: Congrats! :rock:

Looks great, love mine on everything I've thrown at it.
But my fave is still drew strap french canvas. :love:

Enjoy that diver bro! :cheers:
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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Jan 17, 2013 9:15 pm

Thanks guys!

Brice - I expect pics tomorrow :)

Dave - you're partially responsible for this one, you enabler you! ;)


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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by sharkfin » Thu Jan 17, 2013 9:22 pm

GS for every occasion. :mrgreen:

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Re: Grand Seiko SBGA029 + NATO

Post by GGD » Thu Jan 17, 2013 10:29 pm

I love it!!! Massive congrats Hoppy... looks awesome on the NATO :thumbsup:
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