WHAT THE HELL BRIT?!?! 😭 😂😂😂 Brilliant video! Cherry looks bloody good on you AND Papi! Totally appreciate titanium isn't for everyone, and the bracelet (taper and sizing) are damn frustrating....BUT my incredibly biased self forgets all about these things because the dial. Also, you got a compliment from a youth?!? What more convincing do you need?!?! 🤷♀️ But I'm SO glad you're looking away from Rolex, even for a (spring) second 👀😂 KEEP MAKING AWESOME CONTENT. 😘
LOLLLLL I was smiling all the way through this comment!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love you babes! I can’t believe you watched the video! Genuinely. I am being won over to the GS life. AND I STILL HAVE ANOTHER ONE TO TALK ABOUT! ❤️❤️❤️ and let’s be real. I only said negative stuff so I appear impartial. 😜 bloody love this watch! Thank you so much Lucy!
I bought this piece 2 years ago and still love it, both for it’s subtle dial as well as it’s versatility. I was at my AD holding the snowflake in one hand and the cherry in the other, it was no contest. Keep up the great content GRINGA, and good luck with the “sales job”.
I did the same thing yesterday - Shunbun and Snowflake side by side - no contest as bought the cherry blossoms watch. I really thought I would go with Snowflake before arriving at AD. But once I saw them side by side - no contest. Brittney really enjoy your videos.
Just purchased this as my first proper watch, for my 30th birthday. The cherry blossom dial compared to the snowflake is just something else. I had both side by side and the subtle pink tones won it for me.
All your critical points are very valid. My gripe with this watch is the fact that the dial is so elegant and beautiful that it’d look nicer in a smaller case to match. However, then you’d end up shrinking the dial which is not something you’d want to do as it’s the best part of the watch. Perhaps if the power reserve indicator was removed then it wouldn’t take away the aesthetic beauty when shrinking the dial. I do love how the lugs sweep across both sides of the case and that there’s no bezel. Really interesting and unique design.
When a teen tells you cool watch, you have made it lol, I love titanium watches, I hate knowing that I have a watch on it's to much of a distraction for me to feel the weight of a watch, I always take off my steel bracelets off and put on a Nato strap, leather strap or rubber strap anything light. I love That Dial on the Grand Seiko it is captivating.
I recently unloaded a couple of Rolexes and have some money to spend and finally decided to pick up a GS. I've always been a Seiko fanboy. I got the SBGA229 and it's on wrist 90% of the time. Next up, the Snowflake and blue GMT. I love walking into a room with everyone wearing the exact same SS Subs and asking me what I'm wearing.
I know this is an old video but to me it reflects an older opinion about GS’s of GADA pieces. In the long term GS won more people over than not. I have a more simple dial on mine but the very thing you dislike is what I love about it. It walks a line so well between elegance and sporty. It’s like a really attractive person who is also surprisingly rugged.
I have this watch and love it. I was thinking the second hand should be a darker pink, maybe purplish, maybe gold, so it stands out and I could appreciate the sweep of the second hand more.
Funny, I love Grand Seiko, but with this watch in particular you’ve articulated my complicated feelings toward the mismatch of the dial and case. The Skyflake and the Omiwatari and more to my taste. Of course…19mm straps. Ugh
This is my daily. Grand Seiko really is king the of the dressy sports, sporty dress everyday watch. Your negative is my positive. And the Spring Drive makes it really robust, less delicate than a standard escapement. BTW, as an Episcopalian, hail co-religionist! Off to church now. With my Shunbun.
my dream brand by far almost perfect watches only things that should be better in g.s is bracelets my favorite model is omiwatari truely recommend it to try...just incredible!!!! the most beautiful dress watch ever made i.m.o.thanks alot🙏🙏🙏love u and wish the best❤❤❤im sure your channel gonna rock this year😍😍😍❤❤❤
I agree, gorgeous dials and clever insides let down by unimaginative case and bracelets. GS can obviously do it and should stop playing it so freakin safe.
Hi gringa , love the channel you make it interesting and informative with your description have to say GS are ok but would sooner go for a Tudor and save a lot of cash 💰 and with money getting tight over the next year I will be buying Tudor and I know your a big fan as well P.S loved your last video on the art work by De Vinci pure class ( not watch related love your hair to)
I'm the same, they really are quality watches and the dials are to die for but they are lower on my list of priorities too. Probably in the top five but probably not 1 or 2. You defo need an Omega - consider a 70's vintage Seamaster or Geneve you need a bit of vintage in your life!
Oh I AM STRONGLY CONSIDERING! 😜 I nearly bought a vintage omega last week! I had it in my cart! Went to check out…. AND IT WWS GONE! 😱 sold fo someone else! Gotta be quicker gringa
I’m with you. It’s like I want to like GS but can’t just get to buy one. The ON,Y one that I might buy is the SBGW231 and the special versions of it with coloured dials
Stop it! We keep looking at the SBGJ249 ShoSho High summer…. These are growing on me. The dial with the wind passing the water to form ripples, one of the best looking dials I’ve seen in a long time…
Great videos as always. As for Omega. Have you thought about vintage? There's some cracking vintage Omegas out there. The price is reasonable & they're easily serviceable, which is important on a vintage watch.
Ahhh thank you so much Scott! You are much too kind. :) And GAH! We are sadly not house sitting anymore! :( But a freaking LOVELY house! We are back at Gringa HQ now. ;)
Very cool watch, I could imagine a similar version with some form of blue would be amazing in certain lighting conditions too, love the exhibition case back too. At this current moment in my life (living the retail worker dream :P ) watches like this are out of reach but I could save hard for a few years and get one of the GS quartz models(or even get a nice quartz Junghans at a shorter wait time), which begs the question: How different are quartz watches the higher you go in price? / is there more to just a "standard" quartz watch?
Grand Seikos from the Heritage series are indeed pure sports watches. 100 meters water resistance, anti-magnetic to DIN spec, and with chunky bracelets.... The dial might be dressy, but it took me some time to understand the fundamental nature of the thing. If you want a dress piece: Go for the Grand Seiko Omiwatari. Which is a dress watch in its purest form. Omiwatari. I'm telling you.
What's with the boring, fuddy fuddy cases on Grand Seikos. Yeah I know the dials are stunning, but the case shape and bracelet are what you'd find on any number of generic watches. Grandpa Seiko, more like.
Loved the show and really liked the watch. I agree with everything you said with the case and bracelet. I like a little more bevel/brushing as I’m a sports watch lover! This is a do it all watch but on the dress side! That dial is beautiful! I’ve just got in a high accuracy GS Quartz and love it!! All the best !!!!
I was customizing my Rolex for a future order and the internet noticed my IP adress then i got spam of Grand Seiko on my facebook feed. A week later, i bought my first GS and canceled my Rolex acquisition plan.
Man, I like GS from a distance, but it's just not in my watch roadmap. I joke that I have my watch purchases planned out for the next like 5-8 years because they're expensive and I only have so much disposable income, but GS is one of those watches where if I got some sort of windfall I'd be all over it, but it's just not in my plans atm.
Grand Seiko goes deep…Didn’t realize until lately that this watch in itself is intended to BE a cherry blossom, hence the lightness of the titanium and the pink of the dial 🤓
Whoa! I tried this on last night and I’m slightly obsessing but it’ll have to get put on a leather strap… BUT… 21mm lugs!!! GS are launching their own strap line from dealers in august 2022 but not 21mm FFS 🤦♂️ 😂
I have this watch and I absolutely love it, but the bracelet gripes you brought up are very valid--I have it swapped out myself at the moment. And while I actually disagree on the sporty-dressy dilemma (I think it's fantastic as both), it does make picking out straps for it incredibly hard. Many rubber straps contrast the dressy dial too much, while leather means I have to be conscious about sweating or swimming with it. For other GS's to check out for review, the Omiwatari goes far deeper into the dress category, while the White Birch does a lot to accent its sportier qualities (while also having a much better bracelet).
OUUU LALA! I always love hearing from people who actually own the watch! People like me can sit here talking about it - but it’s the people who OWN IT who truly know what’s up! Love it! Thank you so much for this review and I think you nailed it! Changing up the straps to get a different mood with it! 😱❤️ Ouuuu and thank you for the next GS recommendation 😜❤️
I’m with you on the Seiko and Omegas always being slightly off. For me it’s always been the bracelets. I feel like they have a design that make them look sort of cheap. I’m glad they changed the bracelet of the moon watch. I’m considering one now that the bracelet looks way better.
Your totally right about one thing being the deal breaker. I love the Tank and the Reverso in videos I put them on and square is not for me. I tried a titanium GS and couldn’t pull the trigger I ended up with a the White Birch (after the Bark and Jack review) and the steel gives it the heft I was looking for I love the new high beat and round is my case shape absolutely love it. The dial looks so much different in daylight than in office light like two watches for the price of one 👍
Hey hey! I've been obsessed with Grand Seiko since I learned about the spring drive. I understand the gripe about the dial not matching the case, but you should check out the SBGA437, 439, 465, and 467. I personally bought the 465 and have been in love with it since unboxing it a few days ago. The only gripe I have is that there is no see through case back so I can't see the movement. They have a 20mm lug width and are in stainless steel. They also feature subtler dials. the 465 is supposed to resemble morning frost and has a crosshatch and then the other three are a black, this almost champagne color, or a lovely deep blue. I know, I know, I sound like shill right now, but as soon as you mentioned your gripes, I knew these watches might be more your speed. As always, great video! You've been killing it these last couple weeks with content!
My dearest @watchgringa, I am not (NOT) a GS fan. If a watch has a battery, I will likely not be buying it. I love the dial and the idea of the four seasons themes... HOWEVER Throughout this entire video the only thing I could focus on is the pear laying on the ground behind you. Why does Gringa have a pear there? What is that pear doing there? WHAT'S WITH THE PEAR?!?!?!? It is subliminal reference to get people to eat more fruit? Are you working with the fruit mafia spreading their "Eat healthy foods" agenda? What is the deal Grings? Are you now the Pear Gringa? Do you head the Five Fruit Families like The Godfather? Except you are the Gringamother? (Que the Godfather theme) Did Watch Papi conspire to put the pear there? You broke my heart Watch Papi. I know it was you. Maybe I'm making things up in my head, maybe I am just hungry... Maybe I need to go eat something... like a pear. SEE?!?!? IT'S SUBLIMINAL MARKETING!!! :P
Did you find it…. UnPEARable?! Hahaha. Well. As you may know me working for the church is just a front…. As I truly work within the pear sales industry. Like the pear Illuminati. It’s become a..pear…ant to use, people prefer apples over our top quality produce. And although we cannot make apples dis…a….pear, we can make pears more prevalent in the public eye. So we are collaborating with really low level youtubers to get the message of the pear out there. 😜😜
Ok….. it’s actually just a dog toy that I didn’t think was in frame while I was filming…. 😜😂 OR IS THAT WHAT THEY WANT YOU TO THINK! 😱😱😱😱 DONT BE A SHEEPLE. DONT RESPOND TO PEAR PRESSURE. 😜
@@BrittPearceWatches PEAR PREASURE!!! UN-PEAR-ABLE!!! A-PEAR-ANT!!! BRILLIANT!!! Oh... it's just a dog toy...? Well I am not telling anyone. I am saying we make quite the... PEAR!!! FRUIT MAFIA FOREVER!
A good point you make about which camp this is aimed at, dress or sports, maybe it's in a new class, maybe a stress watch? I came close to getting a GS a while back but like you something wasn't quite right. I was also looking at a different piece at the time that was new old stock so got that instead. I was looking at the old Snowflake titanium, the dial finish was superb, the weight was good and that case finish was sublime. What didn't quite fit was the power reserve indicator that looked like an after thought and jarred a little with the rest of the dial. Another very minor minor moan would be that I think the date would look much better at the six position. I might consider another look sometime in the future who knows. The Shunbun is very similar but with more obvious texture to the dial, unfortunately this makes the power reserve indicator stand out like a burst cat on a blackboard. If only it was moved to the rear where it could be seen through the display case back.
I’ll get one when I’m 30, it’s too much of a hit right now, especially for someone who works with their hands. I’d destroy it. Regardless, this watch is one of my favorite objects in the world.
Completey disagree with your no design experience statement that “the case is an after thought”. I am a Design Architect, in my opinion, if not the best, this watch Case is one of the best case-shape and proportions of all time, along with Omega Speed master moonwatch professional. In addition to the unique and striking dial that most of the watch community is attracted to, the case is the second best thing that compels me to glue my eyes to endlessly admire the watch. Yeah, the bracelet is not as amazing as the watch However, we can always play with other swappable options based on our taste. Grand Seiko of the east truly makes inspirational watches that stand alongside Rolex and Omegas of the west.
I own this watch, it was my first luxury watch purchase, so of course I am biased. I'm enamored with the spring drive movement and I don't think there is anything that anyone could say that would make me feel differently than I do about this stunning piece. I do have to agree that the bracelet could be improved, and while I hadn't considered it before, it is a tiny bit strange that something so elegant (the dial) is inside something so plain jane. That said, you should still totally buy it. Now, this is the first video of yours I have ever watched. I just subscribed, I'll have to watch more because I'm curious to see what you do buy if you don't buy GS, Rolex, Omega... :-) Love the video. Thanks!
Wooooah! This is a top tier first luxury watch! 😱 I truly cannot blame you - the spring drive movement is amazing! Like the biggest movement innovation in a dang long time! ALSO. THE SECONDS HAND SWEEP IS PURE MAGIC!! 😍
Unpopular opinion: I would take a Grand Seiko Spring Drive over any Rolex. Rolex to me are boring, uninspired watches that all look the same. GS not only revolutionized the movement but also the dials.
Another awesome video. I absolutely love Seiko, but never really liked GS. It could be because the first time I saw one it was on the wrist of the biggest douchebag I know lol they kinda bore me
I bought this watch on Wednesday, as it is now available in Europe. I considered the winter, which was available in good time for Christmas, but decided to wait for this masterpiece. ILUVIT!!! But you are absolutely right, my love is with the dial and the movement, and seeing that second hand sweeping by gives me GOOSBUMPS. I have two other microscopic concerns with this actual watch. One is the seconds hand that is difficult to see with that dial. I have noticed some of the other seasons GS have blue seconds hands, which are stunning. The other one is the date, which is kinda small and deep down, and it is difficult to see the date when it is not very light in the room. That little ridge around the date is also creating a little bit of a shadow down there, and not perfect. BUT, yes, I love this watch. Its an everyday watch, that still have qualities for dress up occasions. Next search for a watch will be with the microbrands. Those that sell around 3-4k Euros. Some really interesting pieces to be found... And yes, I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! Yours and Jenni Elle's, are my favs. Watchfinder can be fun as well. KEEP AT IT GRINGA!
Are your friends criminal masterminds because that view reminds me of a Sherlock episode. 🤣 In all seriousness, great video! That's a beautiful piece! Great job explaining it. 👊🏾
I love GS watches, and this one is beautiful! I don’t believe this watch has lume, though, does it? I don’t think I could get a sports watch for every day wear without lume…
Really liked the video! I've always been on the fence about the sbgm221 but can never pull the trigger. Would be curious what your thoughts are on it. I really do love GS. I've got the sbgn005 quartz and love it. Keep up the great work.
Cracking video again 😄 I never like to be a downer on watches, but I don’t see the appeal. Looks kinda ordinary to me I guess, I prefer something a little bit different. I know I shouldn’t say it, but the watch snob in me wants a more prestigious brand for that money!! Cartier maybe?!!❤️😻
Just watched your last two videos Back to back…Gringa fest! Your content is better than you give yourself credit for, it’s super FAB. I think even JC would forgive the ‘F’ bomb on the 21mm, as I’m sure he would be on side😃. Hope you’re feeling better👍
GRINGA FEST!!😜😂 I love it! Hopefully you had a big glass of wine too. I find gringa content is best consumed not-sober. 😜 yoi know. I agree. Jesus is a reasonable guy. Of course 21mm lugs is worthy of a forbidden F Word! 😜
Thanks for the great review! I just bought this watch last week as my very first GS perfect for my wedding! Such an amazing watch to own, love the hint of pink when certain light hits it also the sparkle from the polished hands and hour markers. Cant stop looking how smooth the seconds hand glide amazing movement! Bracelet is fine and lightweight perfect representation of the cherry blossom 🌸 ...The only downside to the watch is when shaken lightly you can hear a noisy rota, I spoken to the AD its normal due to the density of the titanium and open case back? Compare to Rolex or Tudor closed case back cant hear the rota spinning but overall this GS is defo a keeper love it!
Another great video. I agree with just about everything you said. I tried on a Hi-beat White Birch at my local AD as possible alternative to an OP 41 I’m waiting for and I now get why people love GS. The dial details and zeratsu polishing are outstanding. I just don’t love the overall GS design language, at least not enough to dissuade me from continuing my wait for the Rolex, which by most metrics is an inferior product, but IMO is a more cohesive and versatile design.
Yay Grand Seiko on a Gringa!!! Great video, Britt! I agree with so much of what you said about Grand Seiko in this video. I love their dials and movements and haven't found a bracelet of theirs that I've liked. That's why I ended up with an SBGM221, even though it doesn't have a fancy dial I do love the cream color and it has the super sharp hands and markers... but with a strap instead of a bracelet. It does have an odd size, 19mm, BUT I think it's the right lug width for the case design, so I don't mind having to find straps for it. -Vu
I feel like 19mm lugs are nearly perfect! They almost always look divine! But, for some weird reason, remain an odd size! The SBGM221 is one of my all time favourite GS's!
I own this model GS and absolutely love it. I appreciate that GS owns every piece of the manufacturing process and that differentiates it from other competitors. Their attention to detail is stunning.
You know! I cannot fault you! Freaking stunning watch! And that’s an amazing thing to note as well! GS OWNS EVERY PIECE OFNTHE MANUFACTURING PROCESS! 👏🏻👏🏻 few can boast of that!
@@BrittPearceWatches I would also add that for anyone seriously considering purchasing this model and are on the fence about it to go see and wear it on the wrist in person. I was originally looking at a Soko model GS and when I tried on the Shunbun it was a done deal.
Brilliant content as usual 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😁 maybe I’m wrong but it uses electricity 🤓so in my book it’s no different than a quart’s with a posh way of delivering it 🤷♂️great dials but soulless 🤔
GMTA, Brittany - you took the words right out of my mouth! I love the dial and the Spring Drive. Not a fan of the chunky case, the bracelet that does not taper enough or the 21mm lugs. And 2 more things: I don't like how that power reserve indicator breaks up the lovely dial, or the printing on the display back. As you said, in a smaller, rose gold case on a croc strap - that would be a winner. One more thing: my Rolex AD sells GS and has a fully stocked case full of them. I checked them out last time I was visiting and there was not a single GS model that moved me enough to part with my hard earned $.
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WHAT THE HELL BRIT?!?! 😭
😂😂😂 Brilliant video! Cherry looks bloody good on you AND Papi! Totally appreciate titanium isn't for everyone, and the bracelet (taper and sizing) are damn frustrating....BUT my incredibly biased self forgets all about these things because the dial. Also, you got a compliment from a youth?!? What more convincing do you need?!?! 🤷♀️
But I'm SO glad you're looking away from Rolex, even for a (spring) second 👀😂
KEEP MAKING AWESOME CONTENT. 😘
LOLLLLL I was smiling all the way through this comment!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love you babes! I can’t believe you watched the video! Genuinely. I am being won over to the GS life. AND I STILL HAVE ANOTHER ONE TO TALK ABOUT! ❤️❤️❤️ and let’s be real. I only said negative stuff so I appear impartial. 😜 bloody love this watch! Thank you so much Lucy!
@@BrittPearceWatches Ummmm why is your yank accent sounding like a bad impersonation of upper class?
Cool watch. The best thing about Grand Seikos are that you can actually buy them in stores. Crazy concept.
"Buying them in stores"...... a foreign concept indeed..... ;) :P I totally agree - I need that instant gratification! And you get an amazing watch!
I bought this piece 2 years ago and still love it, both for it’s subtle dial as well as it’s versatility. I was at my AD holding the snowflake in one hand and the cherry in the other, it was no contest. Keep up the great content GRINGA, and good luck with the “sales job”.
Ahhh this is perfectly said! I love it! The cherry blossom just has so much more about it doesn’t it! 😍
I did the same thing yesterday - Shunbun and Snowflake side by side - no contest as bought the cherry blossoms watch. I really thought I would go with Snowflake before arriving at AD. But once I saw them side by side - no contest.
Brittney really enjoy your videos.
Just purchased this as my first proper watch, for my 30th birthday. The cherry blossom dial compared to the snowflake is just something else. I had both side by side and the subtle pink tones won it for me.
This watch must be the reason why your content is really...
...’blossoming’ at the moment!
Bahahha! OH I see what ya did there! ;) ;)
I think the case is actually the best part of this. Such an interesting shape.
All your critical points are very valid. My gripe with this watch is the fact that the dial is so elegant and beautiful that it’d look nicer in a smaller case to match. However, then you’d end up shrinking the dial which is not something you’d want to do as it’s the best part of the watch. Perhaps if the power reserve indicator was removed then it wouldn’t take away the aesthetic beauty when shrinking the dial.
I do love how the lugs sweep across both sides of the case and that there’s no bezel. Really interesting and unique design.
OUUUU now this is a fair push back! I can respect this!
When a teen tells you cool watch, you have made it lol, I love titanium watches, I hate knowing that I have a watch on it's to much of a distraction for me to feel the weight of a watch, I always take off my steel bracelets off and put on a Nato strap, leather strap or rubber strap anything light. I love That Dial on the Grand Seiko it is captivating.
I recently unloaded a couple of Rolexes and have some money to spend and finally decided to pick up a GS. I've always been a Seiko fanboy. I got the SBGA229 and it's on wrist 90% of the time. Next up, the Snowflake and blue GMT. I love walking into a room with everyone wearing the exact same SS Subs and asking me what I'm wearing.
I know this is an old video but to me it reflects an older opinion about GS’s of GADA pieces. In the long term GS won more people over than not. I have a more simple dial on mine but the very thing you dislike is what I love about it. It walks a line so well between elegance and sporty. It’s like a really attractive person who is also surprisingly rugged.
I have this watch and love it. I was thinking the second hand should be a darker pink, maybe purplish, maybe gold, so it stands out and I could appreciate the sweep of the second hand more.
The dial. Superb. I would be happy with that watch on my wrist.
Right?! This dial DOES IT FOR ME!
Funny, I love Grand Seiko, but with this watch in particular you’ve articulated my complicated feelings toward the mismatch of the dial and case. The Skyflake and the Omiwatari and more to my taste. Of course…19mm straps. Ugh
It's a masterpiece. My favorite from Grand Seiko
I did like the incorporation of Lucys Lange 1 review at the start.😉
This is my daily. Grand Seiko really is king the of the dressy sports, sporty dress everyday watch. Your negative is my positive. And the Spring Drive makes it really robust, less delicate than a standard escapement.
BTW, as an Episcopalian, hail co-religionist! Off to church now. With my Shunbun.
I love this!
The youth group story was hilarious!
my dream brand by far almost perfect watches only things that should be better in g.s is bracelets my favorite model is omiwatari truely recommend it to try...just incredible!!!! the most beautiful dress watch ever made i.m.o.thanks alot🙏🙏🙏love u and wish the best❤❤❤im sure your channel gonna rock this year😍😍😍❤❤❤
I agree, gorgeous dials and clever insides let down by unimaginative case and bracelets. GS can obviously do it and should stop playing it so freakin safe.
I think they pretty bold actually. They don’t look like any other watches on the market. That’s a bold direction.
Hi gringa , love the channel you make it interesting and informative with your description
have to say GS are ok but would sooner go for a Tudor and save a lot of cash 💰 and with money getting
tight over the next year I will be buying Tudor and I know your a big fan as well P.S
loved your last video on the art work by De Vinci pure class ( not watch related love your hair to)
Mine arrives on Thursday excited as a kid at Christmas
I'm the same, they really are quality watches and the dials are to die for but they are lower on my list of priorities too. Probably in the top five but probably not 1 or 2. You defo need an Omega - consider a 70's vintage Seamaster or Geneve you need a bit of vintage in your life!
Oh I AM STRONGLY CONSIDERING! 😜 I nearly bought a vintage omega last week! I had it in my cart! Went to check out…. AND IT WWS GONE! 😱 sold fo someone else! Gotta be quicker gringa
I’m with you. It’s like I want to like GS but can’t just get to buy one. The ON,Y one that I might buy is the SBGW231 and the special versions of it with coloured dials
We are kindred spirits Clog! ;) I've kinda got a thing for the SBGM221 as well! Althought I've never seen one in person!
Stop it! We keep looking at the SBGJ249 ShoSho High summer…. These are growing on me. The dial with the wind passing the water to form ripples, one of the best looking dials I’ve seen in a long time…
This!!! 👌
THE SHOSHO IS TOP TIER! Yas! I think this would be the GS that tempts me the most!
I'm looking at the Shosho as my a possible second Grand Seiko. A Hi-Beat to go with the Spring Drive. The dial is a stunner.
Great videos as always. As for Omega. Have you thought about vintage? There's some cracking vintage Omegas out there. The price is reasonable & they're easily serviceable, which is important on a vintage watch.
Ahhhh I NEARLY BOUGHT A VINTAGE OMEGA ONLINE THIS WEEK!!!! But when I put it in my bag… it was already sold! Very tempted by vintage Omega! 😜❤️
Ahhhh I NEARLY BOUGHT A VINTAGE OMEGA ONLINE THIS WEEK!!!! But when I put it in my bag… it was already sold! Very tempted by vintage Omega! 😜❤️
@@BrittPearceWatches Which Omega?
Another fun video with great content, B. Take us on a tour of that beautiful contemporary home and introduce us to the pooches! 🐶
Ahhh thank you so much Scott! You are much too kind. :) And GAH! We are sadly not house sitting anymore! :( But a freaking LOVELY house! We are back at Gringa HQ now. ;)
Very cool watch, I could imagine a similar version with some form of blue would be amazing in certain lighting conditions too, love the exhibition case back too.
At this current moment in my life (living the retail worker dream :P ) watches like this are out of reach but I could save hard for a few years and get one of the GS quartz models(or even get a nice quartz Junghans at a shorter wait time), which begs the question: How different are quartz watches the higher you go in price? / is there more to just a "standard" quartz watch?
Great review, and Check out the 72hr SBGW231 or better yet the sbgw275
Does this bracelet use pins or screws?
Love the review, your elegance. (That would be your CoE title, right?)
Yes. I accept: your elegance, your eminence, goddess divine. All acceptable. 😜
20mm to 18mm is the best
I like 21mm it’s a bit of a goldilocks size ….you can find 21mil straps no problem 😉 luv your work!
Grand Seikos from the Heritage series are indeed pure sports watches. 100 meters water resistance, anti-magnetic to DIN spec, and with chunky bracelets.... The dial might be dressy, but it took me some time to understand the fundamental nature of the thing. If you want a dress piece: Go for the Grand Seiko Omiwatari. Which is a dress watch in its purest form.
Omiwatari. I'm telling you.
Comment just for algorithms purposes only (I want to stay a nice guy …😂🤣😂😘)
LOL oh Rene, you are a BABE!
Where is your accent from ??
Haha excellent question! It’s a confusing accent isn’t it! 😂 I’m a Canadian who’s lived in Britain a little too long!
I much prefer a GS dials than v boring Rolexes.
This is so fair! 👏🏻👏🏻
SBGW231 would suit you better
I agree! Love a SBGW231 😍
Great watch but boring case design. No I wouldn’t buy one.
GS is a wonderful brand, but the bracelets, the bracelets need better design and work!
I don’t like the bracelet
Sorry hun, the sbga413 is a man's watch.
Only if a man buys it hun.
it's for someone who can afford one, not you
What's with the boring, fuddy fuddy cases on Grand Seikos. Yeah I know the dials are stunning, but the case shape and bracelet are what you'd find on any number of generic watches. Grandpa Seiko, more like.
Imma have to say it. Everyone needs to stop talking about this watch so I can actually afford it after I pay off my student loans.
First.
You go Papi!
Boycott Rolex
Why 🤷♂️
Loved the show and really liked the watch. I agree with everything you said with the case and bracelet. I like a little more bevel/brushing as I’m a sports watch lover! This is a do it all watch but on the dress side! That dial is beautiful! I’ve just got in a high accuracy GS Quartz and love it!! All the best !!!!
I was customizing my Rolex for a future order and the internet noticed my IP adress then i got spam of Grand Seiko on my facebook feed. A week later, i bought my first GS and canceled my Rolex acquisition plan.
Didn't know you were actually a clergywoman. Jesus is super cool! The Church itself - not so much...
Man, I like GS from a distance, but it's just not in my watch roadmap. I joke that I have my watch purchases planned out for the next like 5-8 years because they're expensive and I only have so much disposable income, but GS is one of those watches where if I got some sort of windfall I'd be all over it, but it's just not in my plans atm.
Look! I so feel this! I totally get it. ❤️
so your 'friends' live in the movieset of parasite?
Grand Seiko goes deep…Didn’t realize until lately that this watch in itself is intended to BE a cherry blossom, hence the lightness of the titanium and the pink of the dial 🤓
WOOOOAHHHH. I DIDNT EVEN THINK OF THIS. OMG. Now I kinda love the titanium. 😳😳 I didn’t even think of this! 😱❤️
Whoa! I tried this on last night and I’m slightly obsessing but it’ll have to get put on a leather strap… BUT… 21mm lugs!!! GS are launching their own strap line from dealers in august 2022 but not 21mm FFS 🤦♂️ 😂
Just got the Shunbun. Haven't worn another watch since. My IWC, Omega, Rolex, VC, Tudor, JLC, and Heuer watches are all feeling neglected.
More than happy to babysit those for you during the honeymoon period!
@@Adrian22987 incredibly kind offer. Regretfully declined. 😂
@@glorysword I thought that might be the case! Have a good evening.
This is literally the one Grand Seiko I want to buy.. Been saving up for it for quite a while now 😁 There is some unique charm to it 🤩🤩
OH YAS! A top tier choice my friend! 😍👏🏻
If you didn’t spend soo much money on watches you could have a house like that
I have this watch and I absolutely love it, but the bracelet gripes you brought up are very valid--I have it swapped out myself at the moment. And while I actually disagree on the sporty-dressy dilemma (I think it's fantastic as both), it does make picking out straps for it incredibly hard. Many rubber straps contrast the dressy dial too much, while leather means I have to be conscious about sweating or swimming with it.
For other GS's to check out for review, the Omiwatari goes far deeper into the dress category, while the White Birch does a lot to accent its sportier qualities (while also having a much better bracelet).
OUUU LALA! I always love hearing from people who actually own the watch! People like me can sit here talking about it - but it’s the people who OWN IT who truly know what’s up! Love it! Thank you so much for this review and I think you nailed it! Changing up the straps to get a different mood with it! 😱❤️
Ouuuu and thank you for the next GS recommendation 😜❤️
Not a fan of their designs... I find the dials gaudy.. I do like the finishing on the hands and cases...
Hey! It's a fair one! It's definitely not for everyone!
I’m with you on the Seiko and Omegas always being slightly off. For me it’s always been the bracelets. I feel like they have a design that make them look sort of cheap. I’m glad they changed the bracelet of the moon watch. I’m considering one now that the bracelet looks way better.
RIGHT?! The watch as a whole is so dang good. But I wish the bracelet was executed as well as the rest of the watch!
Your totally right about one thing being the deal breaker. I love the Tank and the Reverso in videos I put them on and square is not for me. I tried a titanium GS and couldn’t pull the trigger I ended up with a the White Birch (after the Bark and Jack review) and the steel gives it the heft I was looking for I love the new high beat and round is my case shape absolutely love it. The dial looks so much different in daylight than in office light like two watches for the price of one 👍
I can smell a GS coming to the Gringa household soon 👍, and as always a very good video.
😂😂 it’s winning me over!
Hey hey! I've been obsessed with Grand Seiko since I learned about the spring drive. I understand the gripe about the dial not matching the case, but you should check out the SBGA437, 439, 465, and 467. I personally bought the 465 and have been in love with it since unboxing it a few days ago. The only gripe I have is that there is no see through case back so I can't see the movement. They have a 20mm lug width and are in stainless steel. They also feature subtler dials. the 465 is supposed to resemble morning frost and has a crosshatch and then the other three are a black, this almost champagne color, or a lovely deep blue.
I know, I know, I sound like shill right now, but as soon as you mentioned your gripes, I knew these watches might be more your speed.
As always, great video! You've been killing it these last couple weeks with content!
Beautiful house 😍 I’m a fan of GS too.
I hope to see a GS in your collection one day. I love my spring. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I definitely agree on the 21mm lugs.
Right?! I'd love to add one to my life one day! And I can feel my heart swaying into loving GS more. I've got another GS in to review!! :O
My dearest @watchgringa, I am not (NOT) a GS fan. If a watch has a battery, I will likely not be buying it. I love the dial and the idea of the four seasons themes... HOWEVER Throughout this entire video the only thing I could focus on is the pear laying on the ground behind you. Why does Gringa have a pear there? What is that pear doing there? WHAT'S WITH THE PEAR?!?!?!? It is subliminal reference to get people to eat more fruit? Are you working with the fruit mafia spreading their "Eat healthy foods" agenda? What is the deal Grings? Are you now the Pear Gringa? Do you head the Five Fruit Families like The Godfather? Except you are the Gringamother? (Que the Godfather theme) Did Watch Papi conspire to put the pear there? You broke my heart Watch Papi. I know it was you. Maybe I'm making things up in my head, maybe I am just hungry... Maybe I need to go eat something... like a pear. SEE?!?!? IT'S SUBLIMINAL MARKETING!!! :P
Did you find it…. UnPEARable?! Hahaha. Well. As you may know me working for the church is just a front…. As I truly work within the pear sales industry. Like the pear Illuminati. It’s become a..pear…ant to use, people prefer apples over our top quality produce. And although we cannot make apples dis…a….pear, we can make pears more prevalent in the public eye. So we are collaborating with really low level youtubers to get the message of the pear out there. 😜😜
Ok….. it’s actually just a dog toy that I didn’t think was in frame while I was filming…. 😜😂 OR IS THAT WHAT THEY WANT YOU TO THINK! 😱😱😱😱 DONT BE A SHEEPLE. DONT RESPOND TO PEAR PRESSURE. 😜
@@BrittPearceWatches PEAR PREASURE!!! UN-PEAR-ABLE!!! A-PEAR-ANT!!! BRILLIANT!!! Oh... it's just a dog toy...? Well I am not telling anyone. I am saying we make quite the... PEAR!!! FRUIT MAFIA FOREVER!
This was a grail for me and I fucking love it 😂😂 great vid 🍻
YASSSS!! 👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️❤️ WEAR IT. LOVE IT. It’s a very freaking cool watch!
A good point you make about which camp this is aimed at, dress or sports, maybe it's in a new class, maybe a stress watch?
I came close to getting a GS a while back but like you something wasn't quite right. I was also looking at a different piece at the time that was new old stock so got that instead. I was looking at the old Snowflake titanium, the dial finish was superb, the weight was good and that case finish was sublime. What didn't quite fit was the power reserve indicator that looked like an after thought and jarred a little with the rest of the dial. Another very minor minor moan would be that I think the date would look much better at the six position. I might consider another look sometime in the future who knows. The Shunbun is very similar but with more obvious texture to the dial, unfortunately this makes the power reserve indicator stand out like a burst cat on a blackboard. If only it was moved to the rear where it could be seen through the display case back.
I’ll get one when I’m 30, it’s too much of a hit right now, especially for someone who works with their hands. I’d destroy it. Regardless, this watch is one of my favorite objects in the world.
Completey disagree with your no design experience statement that “the case is an after thought”.
I am a Design Architect, in my opinion, if not the best, this watch Case is one of the best case-shape and proportions of all time, along with Omega Speed master moonwatch professional.
In addition to the unique and striking dial that most of the watch community is attracted to, the case is the second best thing that compels me to glue my eyes to endlessly admire the watch.
Yeah, the bracelet is not as amazing as the watch However, we can always play with other swappable options based on our taste.
Grand Seiko of the east truly makes inspirational watches that stand alongside Rolex and Omegas of the west.
I own this watch, it was my first luxury watch purchase, so of course I am biased. I'm enamored with the spring drive movement and I don't think there is anything that anyone could say that would make me feel differently than I do about this stunning piece. I do have to agree that the bracelet could be improved, and while I hadn't considered it before, it is a tiny bit strange that something so elegant (the dial) is inside something so plain jane. That said, you should still totally buy it.
Now, this is the first video of yours I have ever watched. I just subscribed, I'll have to watch more because I'm curious to see what you do buy if you don't buy GS, Rolex, Omega... :-)
Love the video. Thanks!
Wooooah! This is a top tier first luxury watch! 😱 I truly cannot blame you - the spring drive movement is amazing! Like the biggest movement innovation in a dang long time! ALSO. THE SECONDS HAND SWEEP IS PURE MAGIC!! 😍
Unpopular opinion: I would take a Grand Seiko Spring Drive over any Rolex. Rolex to me are boring, uninspired watches that all look the same. GS not only revolutionized the movement but also the dials.
Way better than Rolex I can't afford one but if I could I would not get Rolex I'd get GS
Another awesome video. I absolutely love Seiko, but never really liked GS. It could be because the first time I saw one it was on the wrist of the biggest douchebag I know lol they kinda bore me
Grand Seiko in a nutshell:
Mechanism: Amazing
Dial: Great
Size: Acceptable
Case: Tolerable
Bracelet: Bad
The case finishing is usually top shelf, so not sure where the "tolerable" is coming from.
I bought this watch on Wednesday, as it is now available in Europe. I considered the winter, which was available in good time for Christmas, but decided to wait for this masterpiece. ILUVIT!!! But you are absolutely right, my love is with the dial and the movement, and seeing that second hand sweeping by gives me GOOSBUMPS.
I have two other microscopic concerns with this actual watch. One is the seconds hand that is difficult to see with that dial. I have noticed some of the other seasons GS have blue seconds hands, which are stunning.
The other one is the date, which is kinda small and deep down, and it is difficult to see the date when it is not very light in the room. That little ridge around the date is also creating a little bit of a shadow down there, and not perfect.
BUT, yes, I love this watch. Its an everyday watch, that still have qualities for dress up occasions. Next search for a watch will be with the microbrands. Those that sell around 3-4k Euros. Some really interesting pieces to be found...
And yes, I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! Yours and Jenni Elle's, are my favs. Watchfinder can be fun as well. KEEP AT IT GRINGA!
under certain light condition, this seconds hand becomes invisible to me hh. Thats why I am thinking to switch to 415
I shifted to a leather strap, now a complete watch :)
Are your friends criminal masterminds because that view reminds me of a Sherlock episode. 🤣 In all seriousness, great video! That's a beautiful piece! Great job explaining it. 👊🏾
I had a deposit on this piece and backed out. The Ti was what did it, if this was in steel I would be looking at it right now.
I love GS watches, and this one is beautiful! I don’t believe this watch has lume, though, does it? I don’t think I could get a sports watch for every day wear without lume…
No, no, no, it’s fugly, looks like a 3 year old got carried away with a straw and paint play, yuk.
Really liked the video! I've always been on the fence about the sbgm221 but can never pull the trigger. Would be curious what your thoughts are on it. I really do love GS. I've got the sbgn005 quartz and love it. Keep up the great work.
Man! I think the SBGM221 is my FAV GS. Althought I have yet to see it in person. ;)
Church woman?!? Didn't see that coming...😁😉
Cracking video again 😄
I never like to be a downer on watches, but I don’t see the appeal. Looks kinda ordinary to me I guess, I prefer something a little bit different.
I know I shouldn’t say it, but the watch snob in me wants a more prestigious brand for that money!! Cartier maybe?!!❤️😻
Just watched your last two videos Back to back…Gringa fest! Your content is better than you give yourself credit for, it’s super FAB. I think even JC would forgive the ‘F’ bomb on the 21mm, as I’m sure he would be on side😃. Hope you’re feeling better👍
GRINGA FEST!!😜😂 I love it! Hopefully you had a big glass of wine too. I find gringa content is best consumed not-sober. 😜 yoi know. I agree. Jesus is a reasonable guy. Of course 21mm lugs is worthy of a forbidden F Word! 😜
Ur great, I’d date you but I think I can do better. What every guy wants to hear.
Would you say this GS watch classic, like the explorer?
I had a mini heart attack at 1:30 when u slammed your hands and wrists on the countertop. Wearing the shunbun u borrowed 😂
No bracelet taper, no micro adjust and 21mm lug width make this a hard sell for an everyday wear for me despite how nice the dial may be.
Why does she sound like she’s always on the verge of giggling?
:) Thanks for the nice view and review. Re "Cool Watch" - GS fans will know, a GS is to impress yourself, not to impress anyone else :)
Ahhh this is perfectly said! It’s to impress YOURSELF! 👏🏻❤️
It’s the little things that add up any make a watch perfect. The GS is not it, pretty as the dial may be.
Thanks for the great review!
I just bought this watch last week as my very first GS perfect for my wedding!
Such an amazing watch to own, love the hint of pink when certain light hits it also the sparkle from the polished hands and hour markers.
Cant stop looking how smooth the seconds hand glide amazing movement!
Bracelet is fine and lightweight perfect representation of the cherry blossom 🌸
...The only downside to the watch is when shaken lightly you can hear a noisy rota, I spoken to the AD its normal due to the density of the titanium and open case back? Compare to Rolex or Tudor closed case back cant hear the rota spinning but overall this GS is defo a keeper love it!
I personally love titanium, the lack of weight makes a watch more comfortable! Great review and video Britt! 😁👍🏻
That rose gold case on a strap comment...predicted.
Another great video. I agree with just about everything you said. I tried on a Hi-beat White Birch at my local AD as possible alternative to an OP 41 I’m waiting for and I now get why people love GS. The dial details and zeratsu polishing are outstanding. I just don’t love the overall GS design language, at least not enough to dissuade me from continuing my wait for the Rolex, which by most metrics is an inferior product, but IMO is a more cohesive and versatile design.
Yay Grand Seiko on a Gringa!!! Great video, Britt! I agree with so much of what you said about Grand Seiko in this video. I love their dials and movements and haven't found a bracelet of theirs that I've liked. That's why I ended up with an SBGM221, even though it doesn't have a fancy dial I do love the cream color and it has the super sharp hands and markers... but with a strap instead of a bracelet. It does have an odd size, 19mm, BUT I think it's the right lug width for the case design, so I don't mind having to find straps for it.
-Vu
I feel like 19mm lugs are nearly perfect! They almost always look divine! But, for some weird reason, remain an odd size! The SBGM221 is one of my all time favourite GS's!
@@BrittPearceWatches well I guess I gotta fix that then! :D
Spot on! And the lighting in that house is 👌
Next try : SBGY007 "omiwatari". I think from your comments that this will be the GS you may want to buy 🙃
I own this model GS and absolutely love it. I appreciate that GS owns every piece of the manufacturing process and that differentiates it from other competitors. Their attention to detail is stunning.
You know! I cannot fault you! Freaking stunning watch! And that’s an amazing thing to note as well! GS OWNS EVERY PIECE OFNTHE MANUFACTURING PROCESS! 👏🏻👏🏻 few can boast of that!
@@BrittPearceWatches I would also add that for anyone seriously considering purchasing this model and are on the fence about it to go see and wear it on the wrist in person. I was originally looking at a Soko model GS and when I tried on the Shunbun it was a done deal.
Is everyone these days on UA-cam and reviewing the same watches? I guess no one wants to actually work to make money anymore haha!
I can only review what I have in! If you have magical connections you can put me in touch with, holla at yo girl!
Brilliant content as usual 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😁 maybe I’m wrong but it uses electricity 🤓so in my book it’s no different than a quart’s with a posh way of delivering it 🤷♂️great dials but soulless 🤔
GMTA, Brittany - you took the words right out of my mouth! I love the dial and the Spring Drive. Not a fan of the chunky case, the bracelet that does not taper enough or the 21mm lugs. And 2 more things: I don't like how that power reserve indicator breaks up the lovely dial, or the printing on the display back. As you said, in a smaller, rose gold case on a croc strap - that would be a winner. One more thing: my Rolex AD sells GS and has a fully stocked case full of them. I checked them out last time I was visiting and there was not a single GS model that moved me enough to part with my hard earned $.
Right?! I think we are kindred watch spirits!! 😱❤️❤️❤️ thank you so much babes!
Gringles - keep stealing papis new OP. Looks great on you!
LOL! You know! I am taking your advice and stealing it this week! ;)