My LAST watch // Grand Seiko SBGX259

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  • Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
  • Last Saturday I did purchase finally the dresswatch to complete my watch collection.
    Why I went for a GS 9F and isn’t it a boring version? The answers you’re going to get in today’s video.
    Music: www.epidemicsound.co
    #GrandSeiko #SBGX259 #Review

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  • @cryptoengineer9930
    @cryptoengineer9930 4 роки тому +27

    That's not just a quartz watch it's a work of art quartz watch. Its in a different league. Love the simplicity of the piece.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      They did do an awesome job considering also the price point 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @tizmon
    @tizmon 5 років тому +11

    i am a japanese so very happy to see seiko appreciated by people in non-domestic market. i do like the brand. own several more affordable watches from the brand and like you, i am going to keep them for life as all of my watches. but i don’t have gs while i have two watches in similar price range. your review made me think about the next piece. most likely to be my last peace as well. such a beautiful watch gs, huh? thank you for the video.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      I felt in love with my during our stay in Japan, bought on the spot my turtle and 3 weeks later I got me the GS, such a beautiful piece.
      I as well love Japan, it is a beautiful country, we spent there couple of days during our honeymoon 🙏🏻👍🏻
      I think you should consider a GS, especially the Quarz did get mix attention but I think also the mechanical movements are awesome, I respect the high level of watch making.
      Maybe you check out my channel I made sort of a vlog when I cough my turtle 😊🙏🏻

  • @jimscopa2704
    @jimscopa2704 5 років тому +11

    Congrats on a terrific watch! I fell for the black dial SBGX261, and think it’s an outstanding dress watch - and GS sure knows what they’re doing when it comes to finishing.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Congrats to the black version which is as well a great piece. The finish of these pieces is outstanding, that’s why I fell for them the first place 👍🏻

  • @TheCharlie2l
    @TheCharlie2l 5 років тому +13

    Please do more videos about this watch! I love it. Am going to osaka to get this next year! Enjoy!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Thanks a lot Charlie, I am going to make an update after 4 weeks and a state of the collection video is overdue. Buying in Japan is an experience, bought my Turtle during our honeymoon on Tokio, it’s quite an experience .. 😱😱
      Thanks for commenting 🙏🏻

  • @KG-ro8ft
    @KG-ro8ft 4 роки тому +13

    Not boring at all. So elegant and simple. Almost Bauhaus in its simplicity. Yet the hours and hours it took to make the piece by hand. How do you beat 3 seconds variance per year!!!???

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      The finish is this watch indeed is remarkable, you will not find anywhere else a quality in this level 👍🏻

  • @jamesnash7262
    @jamesnash7262 5 років тому +2

    ...beautiful...attention to design , detail and workmanship is never boring...

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks a lot James 😊🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @the_9ent
    @the_9ent 4 роки тому +4

    I’m yet to see a GS watch I don’t want to own. Love the pure white dial. Flawless

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      That’s the Charme of this Version, it’s simplicity 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @storck08
    @storck08 5 років тому +6

    Amazing watch, but it would be the black one for me. The amazing glare from the glass and the contrast between silver markers and black dial is amazing.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      True, tried that one out in Japan actually and it indeed looked awesome

  • @peterkarahalios3488
    @peterkarahalios3488 4 роки тому +4

    just got mine today; it was a fallback plan from another GS model but now I like it better than the one I had in mind, thanks to its compact size and shape. It slides so effortlessly under the sleeve, and that is priceless. Data says accuracy plus minus 10 seconds per year and battery good for three years approx. Totally smitten. And the price point is tops; Agree with your review. Thx

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks buddy , I am glad to hear and real time experience tells that it even keeps better time than the +\- 10 a year, good news I think. Wear yours in good health buddy 👍🏻🙏🏻

    • @peterkarahalios3488
      @peterkarahalios3488 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches Stay safe buddy; all the best to you and yours from Montreal

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Peter Karahalios the Same to you and your beloved ones buddy 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @alexthomson7465
    @alexthomson7465 3 роки тому +2

    I absolutely love that watch! I have a white seiko 5 which I know is no match but I love it. My absolute grail is the sbg 263. Lovely video!! Thanks
    Alex

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Alex and thanks for your comment, really appreciate it. Believe me: I am a great seiko and seiko 5 fan. Those really do have charisma. Wear yours in good Health and enjoy it 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @jasonriccoboni5931
    @jasonriccoboni5931 5 років тому +7

    Crazy, it’s like you’re in my head. The reasons you pointed out are almost exactly why I have my eyes on this same watch. The process in which I came across the SBGX259 went like this; I love the Rolex Explorer look, but can’t afford the price tag. So, I’m planning on purchasing the Tudor BB 36 w/ black dial...gorgeous watch IMO. For my blue dial I have decided on the Omega Aqua Terra. Since I love to have black, blue & white dials in the collection, I am on the lookout for a White dial. Posted a thread on the WUS forum wanting alternatives to the Rolex Explorer, someone mentioned the Seiko SARB035. Beautiful watch with a large following, but want something a bit more luxury. So, I posted another thread looking for alternatives to the SARB035. A member there mentioned GS. I have always wanted to add a GS to the collection, so I started to look into what they have to offer. My criteria at this point was 36-39mm diameter, Automatic w/ white dial. Of course, GS does not offer this. The only white dial in this size that GS offers is a quartz...the SBGX259. Since I’m an Automatic guy myself, I really wasn’t too thrilled with purchasing a quartz watch, but after researching what goes into the craftsmanship of GS and even further, their quartz pieces...well at this point, ill defer to everything you stated in your video. The only thing that has stopped me from purchasing so far is the fact that the bracelet has a butterfly clasp and no micro adjustment. I’m afraid I won’t get the right fit. And with the closest GS dealer is two hours away...

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Hi Buddy, wearing my SBGX259 since I bought it and don’t regret it at all, it ticks but that somehow doesn’t matter to me, the opposite is the case. Seeing that second hand hitting every time the indices is somehow satisfying.
      In terms of the bracelet: that’s not just a GS problem, as well the Datehust has it and with my 18,5cm wrist I was able to adjust it how I like it to sit on my wrist.
      But: check as well alternatives. I had the Sinn 556, the Maurice Lacroix Aikon, the Michel Herbelin Cap Camarat and also the Tag Heuer Aquaracer on my list. The last of the 3 do come with a silver / white dial option.
      Or you check out Nomos sport collection which as well are stunning.
      This said, I still would take some time going to the AD checking out that one. But be careful, the moment I laid my hands on the SBGX I was lost 😂🙏🏻

    • @jasonriccoboni5931
      @jasonriccoboni5931 5 років тому +1

      @@mb-watches Thank you for the suggestions. I don’t like to double up on watch brands so, since I’m planning on purchasing the Sinn 104, I wouldn’t purchase the 556. I own the TAG Aquaracer blue dial, love it, so I wouldn’t purchase the white dial. I’ve checked out Nomos in past, not a huge fan, but respect the brand and craftsmanship. So, I think GS it is, but given the closest GS dealer is hours away, I won’t be visiting one anytime soon, I might just have to take the chance.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Do it, you will not regret it and I respect what you said, I as well prefer the one brand one watch philosophy 🙏🏻
      You might like to check out the GS HAQ piece, Adrian from bark and jack does own a gmt, they are accurate to 5 a year 😱👍🏻

    • @stefanlazaralexandru
      @stefanlazaralexandru 5 років тому

      I was in a similar dilemma, between multiple mid tier watches that you can find in the thread below. In the end however I settled for the SBGX259 and I dont regret it at all. Its very classy, with the understated and thin sizing and I cant tell you how many times I simply get lost looking at the dial and hands. While it is simple, its so incredibly well executed, especially when it comes to the hands and indices. I would challenge anyone to show me a watch that offers such quality at this price point. I even tried the Rolex Oyster Perpetual and it doesnt compare to this GS in terms of finishing. Just wow... Moreover, GS is on the rise and you will NOT find anything from them at this price point in the future. You might lose the opportunity since this model is already phased out of GS dealers.

    • @lecoachdefrancais-5983
      @lecoachdefrancais-5983 5 років тому

      SBGR287 my friend! I have one, one of the most beautifull GS with a very tastefull textured white dial. But I'm thinking about to swap mine for maybe this SBGX259 or a Citizen Chronomaster as I tend to use my other GS, a SBGV245 because it's quartz and far easier to use to me.

  • @BobLorrimer
    @BobLorrimer 2 роки тому +1

    I am in agreement with all that you say...and your Video was the clincher that made me go for the SBGX261. I have the black dial version but it would not have bothered me had it been the blue or the white. The GS Quartz has rapidly become my trouble free 'out-of-the-door and go' wrist watch. It has a wonderful, glittering and elegant simplicity.
    So thank-you for your well reasoned advice. I love it!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much and congrats, wear the hell out of it it’s a gorgeous watch, no matter which Color the dial has 🙏🏻

  • @flanners41
    @flanners41 3 роки тому +2

    I am thinking of purchasing one of these this week, I am unsure of white or black at the moment. Love a good quartz!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому +2

      If possible check both of them. I love the white dial and makes the watch appear a tad bigger. Both are just nice watches. With those hands even a lil bit of Calatrava vibes. No worries whether black or white dial both are great

  • @KG-ro8ft
    @KG-ro8ft 4 роки тому +2

    My same watch is doing 3 seconds fast over the last 12 months. Amazing. I will hesitate to change battery myself. Great watch!!!!!!!!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      KG that’s remarkable buddy they really put a lot into this watch 👍🏻🙏🏻
      Thanks for sharing

  • @bobzuidema3560
    @bobzuidema3560 Рік тому +1

    I love this watch it may very well be my next piece, I love the simplicity which one may find dull or boring when you look at a glance but dive in a bit deeper and you 'll find so much more facets and that does not only go for the dial or the case but for every aspect of the watch and also for the brand GS as a whole for that matter.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  Рік тому

      They for sure know how to design and finish watches, GS is a brand to keep in mind 😊👍🏻

  • @abdullahabdulrahim3249
    @abdullahabdulrahim3249 3 роки тому +1

    Highly underrated watch! Nothing boring about Grand Seiko's gorgeous white dials!

  • @madaxe
    @madaxe 2 роки тому +1

    I bought this in 2020 to replace an old cheap seiko quartz I had worn for 10 years and love it. I have since bought a new Reverso to scratch an itch I had for one but it hardly gets any wear now and I will likely sell it. This GS outdoes it and really is my one perfect watch.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому +1

      It’s perfection and you don’t need more of a watch. Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts on this, have a great start into the weekend 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @watchcollectingstrategy
    @watchcollectingstrategy 5 років тому +5

    Absolutely Stunning!!!!!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Thanks bro, well, you do have the heavy hitter GS in your collection but still i love the simple design and the great finishing of mine, really in love with that one 😊🙏🏻

  • @00supersir00
    @00supersir00 4 роки тому +2

    I love it. It is simple, and anything but boring. I could look at it all day. Those dimensions are timeless. Want!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      It’s like a Patek calatrava, I think 10 years from now and it will not look old at all. Go 4 it, I am happy having it in my collection

  • @leyay7540
    @leyay7540 5 років тому +8

    Patek never has any hands which can compete with these iconic GS hands in polishing and details. Besides, I don't think this design is boring. Simple at the first glance, but actually full of details when you look closer. My favorite watch(Credor Eichi II) is even simpler, but in fact it has tremendous attraction to me.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +2

      The Credos Eichi is a stunning watch, craftsmanship at its best, I agree👍🏻
      Thanks for your comment, in terms of the finish GS is really high end, and I find more and more small details on my SBGX259 which make me loving it even more.
      How did Charles Eames say: The details are not the details, they make the design.

    • @canonyeo4286
      @canonyeo4286 5 років тому +2

      The eichii is epitome of Simple is Beautiful. It's an art, you can't see on any of the big names.

    • @leyay7540
      @leyay7540 5 років тому +2

      @@canonyeo4286 It has caught my heart on my first sight and I know I have to get it. I've never seen any photo or video can capture its charm adequately.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      It’s soo Hard to really catch a watch correctly, struggling every time with that. 😱

    • @canonyeo4286
      @canonyeo4286 5 років тому +1

      @@leyay7540 When you have a watch like that, not much else can impress you. Simple and beautiful. That's the most difficult to make. That's why i am not so impressed with complications. A high performance precision three centre hands manual wind is the most difficult to make. That's why the swiss cancelled the competition in the 70's. And, that's why i am never impressed with big names. The sbgw231 cost less than 4k, yet, you cannot find a better caliber than the 9s64 anywhere else. Mostly what we see, though with nice architecture, are low performance watches. I can appreciate this kind too if they are made in affordable ss like those in the credor line, and, i doubt anyone has better finishing. My pateks certainly doesn't sparkle like the GS. With the new dual main spring architecture used in the 9R02 and 9R31, we can expect slimmer 9S real soon. See the big U-turn by those who use to said they hate GS? They know what's coming.

  • @vonkruel
    @vonkruel 3 роки тому +1

    Really nice watch, and it suits you. It looks great without attracting unwanted attention, and that 9F movement's accuracy is crazy. Hardly anyone else will know how accurate it is, but they don't need to know. It's for you to enjoy.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому

      So true and thanks a lot. In the Long Term I found out it’s a tad too elegant for me but I am looking now to the modern 9F GMT‘s. Those are really tempting, especially that yellow gmt 😊

    • @vonkruel
      @vonkruel 3 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches I'm going to check out those GMTs! Owning a 9F-based watch (not sure which one yet) is on my to-do list.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому

      Do it, well, don’t do it 😂😂
      I just liked those an fell in love, especially with the yellow le

  • @MrKkramme
    @MrKkramme 9 місяців тому +1

    Good video -love this watch and Godzilla! I now have both!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  9 місяців тому

      Awesome and happy you liked it, thanks for sharing 😊🙏🏻

  • @davidofglenbrook4487
    @davidofglenbrook4487 5 років тому +12

    Boring, yes. Accurate, yes. Relatively rare, yes. Good value, yes. It will be interesting to see how much time it gets in your wrist. Cheers!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Thanks buddy, going to rock this one during the holidays and of course will give an update later on. It fits perfectly the open place of the dress watch in my collection so I think it’s going to get decent wrist time 🙏🏻

    • @gmshadowtraders
      @gmshadowtraders 5 років тому +5

      Not as boring as Rolex

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      😂😁 rolex has as well it’s Charme but in terms of the case, hands and dial finish GS is far ahead of them

  • @1250GSX
    @1250GSX Рік тому +1

    What a great review! Well done mate

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  Рік тому +1

      Happy you liked it, appreciate your comment mate 😊🙏🏻

  • @ZachBie
    @ZachBie 4 роки тому +3

    I tried this watch on when I lived in Japan, and was so tempted to buy it. However, I am not buying any watches over the next few years as I save up for a Spring Drive Grand Seiko.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +2

      That’s a wise plan and also possible, just watching that hand gliding over the dial is something you just see with Spring drive movements. Thanks for watching and crossing my fingers that you can get your GS soon buddy 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @jomsborgwiki5749
    @jomsborgwiki5749 5 років тому +3

    Congratulations on the new Watch 👈

  • @24hourstime
    @24hourstime 5 років тому +4

    Congratulations! Fantastic choice!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks my friend 🙏🏻

  • @zouki42
    @zouki42 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this great review. I have the same wrist size (18.5cm) . You video has convinced me

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks buddy and happy if I could help. The watch wears alright, issue is more that nowadays a lot of people are used to bigger sized watches. But I love the Gs especially because of its size and well it wears.

    • @zouki42
      @zouki42 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches Yes it is true, the nowadays trend is to go to bigger watches. Maybe I would like to opt for a 38mm size ideally but as regards GS quartz watches, there are two options 37mm and 40mm for quartz. On a "simple" dial, a 40mm would maybe not be as classy as a 37mm dial.
      I own a seiko sarx033 which is a great watch but I would like to experience GS quality and refinement. I prefer automatic watches but price is higher on automatic watches and cost of servicing is much higher.
      So quartz seems very interesting.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Well if you prefer automatic you should stick to it. And the base Automatic piece in same case and slight different bracelet you can get for not too much more.
      I went Quarz because it’s a fascination of mine and Seiko shook the market with their first Quarz movements. As well the 9F is one of a kind. Maintenance needed all 50 years, that’s just incredible 👍🏻

  • @mark19441944
    @mark19441944 4 роки тому +1

    Just a beautiful watch! Congratulations!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks a lot mark 🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @jz4461
    @jz4461 4 роки тому +2

    Was pretty set on considering a Rolex Explorer 114270 due to it's smaller case shape and timeless quality. This Grand Seiko better fits my style and the design is just as timeless. While it is a quartz watch, the review by Hodinkee points out this isn't just any quartz watch. I'm sold!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      It’s definitely a great watch and if Quarz than from GS. It’s 100% manufactured in house and the polish of hands indices and case is nearly unmatched in that price range.
      They gave also the automatic version available but than with Silber dial which I also could recommend 🙏🏻

    • @jz4461
      @jz4461 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches I agree on the finishing, macro shots really shows how detail oriented Grand Seiko is for the price. Oddly enough, the shots on Grand Seiko's website doesn't showcase the finishing that well. I could also see this watch work well on a leather strap.
      How was the thickness on the automatic version? The one I can recall online is that it's 3mm thicker than the Quartz which may be a deal breaker for me. My wrists are only 6.25" so that particular automatic may be too bulky for me. The thickness is another reason why the Explorer 114270 appeals to me over a modern Oyster Perpetual. It also doesn't hurt that the Explorer is in Rolex's sport line unlike the OP. Cheers!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Well, the slight higher case didn’t felt too high on the wrist and the case is very balanced. If possible try to check them out in the Metal.
      But to be honest, the Quarz version is very nice in terms of technology and finish.
      The new OP is a stunning watch, as well there the thickness is not really an issue. But to be honest: if your heart is more on the explorer than try to go for that 🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @jz4461
      @jz4461 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches I might just get both the GS and Explorer as I think the two have distinctly different characters

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Well that’s a good plan indeed, and you’re right, they have two different characters and would compliment each other 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @ahmedhishamdr8485
    @ahmedhishamdr8485 4 роки тому +2

    Quartz is good if it is high end as in this case...nice watch review👍

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks a mit Ahmed, really appreciate that 🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @np1663
    @np1663 2 роки тому +1

    This watch has a lot of class. Sometimes less is more. I want one!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому

      Happy you like it, check out both sizes if you like, that said it’s a nice watch

  • @dollarette
    @dollarette 3 роки тому +1

    Great review thanks!

  • @kaiserphoenix01
    @kaiserphoenix01 5 років тому +3

    Damn clean dial. Love it.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks, felt in love with the snowwhite version 😊🙏🏻

  • @canonyeo4286
    @canonyeo4286 5 років тому +10

    King of dials
    King of markers
    King of hands
    King of quartz
    You can dispute on other matters, but, not these. When you can make watches like that, simple is beautiful.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      There’s nothing to ad there 👍🏻 thanks 🙏🏻

  • @jason_jay3868
    @jason_jay3868 5 років тому +1

    Congratulations and enjoy!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks a lot Jason 🙏🏻

  • @bruceleroy8063
    @bruceleroy8063 2 роки тому +2

    What I like in a watch are fit and finish, functionality and accuracy. Sbgx265 will be my last watch.

  • @Wheelers_Den_Kyoto
    @Wheelers_Den_Kyoto 4 роки тому +4

    I’ve just bought the same watch and love it. The simplicity and elegance is what won me over. All the best from @wheelers_den_kyoto

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks bro and congrats it’s just an awesome piece 😁🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @pas0003
    @pas0003 3 роки тому +1

    Love: simplicity, the details, the HAQ.
    Dislike: polished/brushed metal hands/markers are hard to read in full sun/low light

  • @joysimathbarry1724
    @joysimathbarry1724 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this fantastic review of this watch. It tilted me to get one.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks buddy and happy I could share some impressions. It’s still with me and I don’t regret that purchase at all 🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @nickgee7291
    @nickgee7291 3 роки тому +1

    I love it and I want it!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому

      Go 4 it, it’s a nice watch 👍🏻

  • @mrbacchus6127
    @mrbacchus6127 3 роки тому +1

    The hands are awesome

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому

      The watch is too, Gs offers some great timepieces 😊

    • @mrbacchus6127
      @mrbacchus6127 3 роки тому

      @@mb-watches I bet you are right. I am currently fascinated with 9f quartz and especially the sbgn003 gmt.

  • @stephenconnolly3649
    @stephenconnolly3649 5 років тому +1

    Great watch, great review!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Thanks a lot Stephen 🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @FourIntoOne
    @FourIntoOne 4 роки тому +1

    Great review, and my next purchase, been thinking about it for a while. Whats the legibility like? Silver hands on a white dial can sometimes be not too clear to read?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Marc🙏🏻 I think it’s very legible thanks to the fine polished hands and indices. I never had an issue there to tell the time.

    • @FourIntoOne
      @FourIntoOne 4 роки тому

      @@mb-watches Fantastic, thanks for the reply. Currently looking for the best deal/delivery time! All the best!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Marc Riches same go you and have a happy hunt for one, let me know when you got it, will you? 🙏🏻

    • @FourIntoOne
      @FourIntoOne 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches Literally just ordered one from Jura Watches (Authorised Dealer) here in the UK. 1800 GBP, delivery this Thursday 7th April. Bring it on!

    • @deepdiver0101
      @deepdiver0101 4 роки тому +1

      For all GS, bright colored dials get fully polished hands, dark dials are brushed on the top surfaces for contrast, and keep the polish on the hand bevels. Unique finishing depending on the brightness of the dial

  • @thomassmith5639
    @thomassmith5639 4 роки тому +1

    LOVE this watch. How much does it cost to change a battery? Thank you.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      30€ at my ad, it’s alright as they do check afterwards the seals. What’s great is that the mechanic part of the movement is sealed from the rest and service is just every 50 years needed

    • @thomassmith5639
      @thomassmith5639 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches wow I expected it to cost more. I love the clean look to it. I bet it would look incredible on a dressy black leather strap. I’m definitely considering purchasing this one. Thank you introducing me to it. Great reviewer.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks a lot, and I agree this one is really elegant, definitely great in a black leather. Check it out and normally you should be able getting it with some discount, used it sells also for an interesting price. 👍🏻

  • @dusanveselka3240
    @dusanveselka3240 5 років тому +3

    The greatest advantage I see about GS is that it says a lot about you. You dont just happen to buy a GS... It shows you knowledge and appreciation of the technology. Every yuppie wears Rolex, and it would not happen that they would buy a GS...

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks buddy, Rolex is for everyone, for collectors but also for people which are not into watches who like to get a safe deal.
      GS you encounter If you quite a longer time in collecting m, going to make soon an 4 month on the wrist, still rocking this one, it indeed is a beauty

  • @tikibob3339
    @tikibob3339 5 років тому +2

    This watch would be next level if it had a blue seconds hand!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Loving it as it is but you are right, with a blued second hand it would look awesome 👍🏻

  • @therealdeal7468
    @therealdeal7468 2 роки тому +1

    Pleas what's your wrist size and how many links did you remove to size it?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому

      I have 18,5cm wrists and if remember correctly the AD did take out one link

  • @garyk8285
    @garyk8285 4 роки тому +1

    Great watch. What is your wrist size?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      It’s 37mm, so pretty classical size

  • @Jonas-js2eb
    @Jonas-js2eb 5 років тому +4

    interesting to hear someone say 'complete' my collection...i feel like my collection may NEVER be complete. I do love doing some Japanese watch shopping in Tokyo too much.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Do it, it’s awesome, did you Watch my Watch Shopping Video Were I got the turtle?
      I do collect now more than 13 years and I found more and more out what I like. With the current collection I am very happy, maybe I like to ad a Bi Compax chrono in a while but not in a rush to be honest.

    • @Jonas-js2eb
      @Jonas-js2eb 5 років тому +1

      @@mb-watches I watched it. I went recently and bought a Orient at Yodabashi....so much fun!

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Good purchase, hope I can go back to Japan one day, it’s a beautiful country and the watch buying experience there was great 👍🏻
      Congrats to your Orient 🙏🏻

  • @karimdelakarim
    @karimdelakarim 4 роки тому +1

    I love it.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Thanks buddy 🙏🏻👍🏻

  • @branco7043
    @branco7043 3 роки тому +1

    I want to get this simple beautiful watch for my 50th birthday. Because I am Japanese.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому

      That for sure is going to be a great birthday gift do a special day like this

  • @achimkohlhage1328
    @achimkohlhage1328 5 років тому +1

    Diese GS Dinger simply are it. Habe mir gerade eine Citizen Eco Diver gekauft, auch ein Technikueberflieger. Meine Submariner 1976 und GMT-Pepsi 1980 behalte ich weiter, sie altern, werden in Koeln und Singapur gewartet, unersetzbar, sowas verkauft man doch nicht. Tschues Achim, Singapur+

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      Super gut Achim und kein, sowas tauschen geht gar nicht, die Jungs in Köln machen einen super Job 😊👍🏻
      Viele Grüße nach Singapur mein lieber 🙏🏻

  • @TheChadWork2001
    @TheChadWork2001 4 роки тому +5

    Mister B, are you going to change the battery yourself every three years? Or are you going to take it back to the Authorized Dealer for that?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +6

      I will bring it to an authorised Dealer to be honest. I could do it myself but my dealer isn’t far away and when I have an excuse to check out watches while waiting for the watch 😁😂

    • @syedmohdfasihnaqvi155
      @syedmohdfasihnaqvi155 3 роки тому

      @@mb-watches I think its not a good idea to check out any more watches if you have decided your last watch😂

  • @StephenTomko
    @StephenTomko 4 роки тому +1

    What do you think about this in comparison to the sarb033? Movement aside, is it worth the extra $1300?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      It is, the finish is mich better when we do talk case, hands, indices and dial. And the 9F movement itself is great.
      The bracelet is a bit better but not much, this is where GS has to catch up as this isn’t the best...

    • @StephenTomko
      @StephenTomko 4 роки тому +2

      @@mb-watches it's just a shame they do that. I just bought the sarb035. Bracelets are just a big deal :/.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Congrats to the Sarb buddy and yeah, let’s see they have room for improvement but still do build great watches

  • @bruceleroy8063
    @bruceleroy8063 3 роки тому +1

    It's awesomely boring. Perfect dress watch. Thank you.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks to you, sometimes boring is perfect 👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @maxs.6743
    @maxs.6743 5 років тому +2

    Grand Seiko

  • @abdulahdeen
    @abdulahdeen 5 років тому +1

    HI, looks great! Whats your wrist size?:)

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Thanks a lot buddy, my wrist size is 18,5cm😊👍🏻

  • @davidgibson4411
    @davidgibson4411 4 роки тому +5

    NICE WATCH! ANYTHING JAPAN DOES IS EXCELLENT!!

  • @yorusuyasoul69420
    @yorusuyasoul69420 Рік тому +1

    Got mine pre owned for $1000 with leather strap

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  Рік тому

      Wear it in good health mate 👍🏻😊

  • @sergezerkin
    @sergezerkin 4 роки тому +1

    And can you please tell me are the hands as sharp as the ones by snowflake

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      They are, they do apply the same polishing there. They do safe money with the movement and less details on the bracelet but the quality of the polish, where applied, is on the same level

  • @gmehra1981
    @gmehra1981 2 роки тому +1

    dont you feel 37mm is too small?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому

      In the beginning not but as I use bigger watched nowadays i would go nowadays for the 40mm version

  • @Ninja_Revenge
    @Ninja_Revenge 6 місяців тому +1

    This ang grey beast are two of my favorite gs quartzs

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  6 місяців тому

      Totally can Relate to that mate, wear them in good health and thanks for sharing. Have a great start into the new week.

  • @natsudragneeahahw9197
    @natsudragneeahahw9197 Місяць тому

    Which part of Europe are you from?

  • @hugo4086
    @hugo4086 5 років тому +1

    Does this have micro adjustments on the bracelet?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      That is where the GS watches do lack, there are just 2 holes in the claps for fine adjustments the rest works via links, same like the datejust models

    • @hugo4086
      @hugo4086 5 років тому +1

      Mister B ok thanks. In hot weather your wrists get bigger so can those 2 holes be used to quickly adjust the size of the bracelet?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Hugo Soons I wear all my watches pretty loose so i don’t have that issue but you can slightly adjust

  • @sblaney66
    @sblaney66 5 років тому +1

    How much cheaper are they in Japan - roughly, percent-wise?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      I could have bought this GS far cheaper at BIG Camer as you get discount when you pay with Amex and also as you can purchase tax free. I would have payed for the SBGX259 1600€, bought mine in Germany for 1,8. Problem is the import tax here which comes expensive.

    • @sblaney66
      @sblaney66 5 років тому +1

      @@mb-watches So they're not cheaper in Japan . . . ?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Stuart Blaney nope not at all

    • @sblaney66
      @sblaney66 5 років тому

      @@mb-watches :(

  • @whatever04811
    @whatever04811 4 роки тому +1

    I’m about to buy one hence watched the review.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      I still love that GS, never imaged that I would really like a Quarz watch 🙏🏻

  • @davidcoleman2463
    @davidcoleman2463 4 роки тому +1

    Wait . Wait. You said the Seiko sarbo35 was good for you. I went out and got one. Now you have the Grand Seiko ? . I can't keep up to you . Lol

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      😅😅😂😂 well I just let the sarb go as it was too similar to the GS.
      The Sarb still is a great watch don’t worry, I just couldn’t stop thinking of the GS since my holidays in Japan and had to have if 😁😁🙏🏻👍🏻

    • @davidcoleman2463
      @davidcoleman2463 4 роки тому +1

      You did not see that Austin guy over in japan ? Lol

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      😂😂😂I know his channel but not happen to walk into him 😁

    • @davidcoleman2463
      @davidcoleman2463 4 роки тому +1

      @@mb-watches kind of crazy but he knows his watches . ( Rolex )

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      David Coleman that’s true Buddy, that’s true 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @tomcognilio1816
    @tomcognilio1816 5 років тому +2

    I think that’s a perfect watch size 38mm + is too big

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому +1

      t con I like as well the proportion more with this GS, the snowflake sometimes is a bit too bulky for my personal taste. Thanks buddy 🙏🏻

  • @StephenTomko
    @StephenTomko 4 роки тому +1

    This or the tag heuer carrera white?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      This even though it’s smaller and even though it’s quartz. But the finish is superb, the 9F is a high end movement so it is something special.
      But you know what? The Carrera us a Beauty. 3 Hand day date, well a cool complication. It has mire wrist presence due to its bigger size and the case is very characteristic plus the history is there too. Try on both of them and let your stomach decide. That’s what I did

  • @jovnard1040
    @jovnard1040 4 роки тому +1

    How hold the battery last ?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Battery should last for 2-3 years but I will share this when it happens, let’s see how long it really lasts👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @sergezerkin
    @sergezerkin 4 роки тому

    Nice review and nice watch - but grand is an English word. It’s like trying to pronounce glashutte in the the French manner - doesn’t make sense lol.

  • @gustomundo
    @gustomundo 4 роки тому +1

    I like the classic look, too dainty for me tho...

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Well I do struggle a bit with her to be honest, it’s an awesome timepiece but somehow as well a bit difficult

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      Bryan Davis that’s true but unfortunately with a champagne coloured dial or a 42 automatic with a silver one 👍🏻

  • @believe-in-righteousness
    @believe-in-righteousness 3 роки тому +1

    I like grand Seiko but i don't like this one

  • @thehegt
    @thehegt 4 роки тому +1

    Something is wrong with the design of this watch it’s just missing something , I like the previous design way better with the Seiko on top at the 12 and grand Seiko at the bottom 6 .

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the feedback buddy, it’s a very minimal design, I agree but this is actually what I wanted. I like that they took out the Seiko and left just the GS there, this is my dresswatch and with this purpose it’s to me perfect as it looks very elegant.

  • @TheChadWork2001
    @TheChadWork2001 4 роки тому +2

    I only wish these were solar powered, so we didn't have to change the batteries every three years. Batteries are so 1970s.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      This indeed would be a great combination I gave to say. 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Abdulilah..
    @Abdulilah.. 4 роки тому +1

    how much is it?

  • @oscargustavoarcosruiz8793
    @oscargustavoarcosruiz8793 5 років тому +1

    Really? The last? ...Huuuummm

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  5 років тому

      Si amigo, tenemos planes para las próxima Años 😊🙏🏻

  • @a.langefestina8999
    @a.langefestina8999 2 роки тому +1

    SBGP009 are better

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  2 роки тому

      Depends, if you want it bigger, yes.

    • @NoizeTank
      @NoizeTank 2 роки тому

      SBGP009 is a champagne dial, not a white dial like this one. If you wanted a champagne dial, SBGP001 has the better 44GS case

  • @mstelios4259
    @mstelios4259 4 роки тому

    Expensive quartz watches make as much sense as cheap mechanical watches. None!

  • @sergezerkin
    @sergezerkin 4 роки тому

    Also I don’t wanna sound like an asshole - but it’s sEiko not saiko.

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому +1

      I enjoy the watch this is what matters I guess 🤷🏼‍♂️😁

    • @sergezerkin
      @sergezerkin 4 роки тому +1

      Mister B grohsaiko is amazing brother :) just wanted to make you aware of the proper pronunciation! Also love your dial and the watch .. do you know much it costs to change the battery ?

    • @mb-watches
      @mb-watches  4 роки тому

      I don’t have a clue buddy but will find it out and will post it here, when I’ll change it 🙏🏻