it has arrived and i am an even happier bunny

Apr 24, 2014,04:49 AM
 

the Grail of all Seiko's arrived this morning and despite its international travel i managed to avoid any customs taxes. i like EMS coming from the far east smile

the watch is absolutely minty and looks like a new watch not one that's 50 years old. 
its obvious that the case has been refinished, but to a very high standard, but all the original parts such as dial and hands are also mint so it has been very well looked after.
The medallion is in superb condition and the movement is totally sparkling, like new.

For those who are not familiar with the vintage Grand Seiko's, one thing i didn't mention when i first posted is that this is not only a certified chronometer with 35 jewels, it also has a hack second which makes it much easier to test its accuracy over the coming days.

i'm not sure the strap suits it as its a bit on the sporty side so i think i'll swap it out for a black teju lizard. it has a Seiko buckle which is not original, but that isnt a big issue to me.

today my life feels complete.

here are pics i have taken this morning with my Lumix LX3

enjoy
Graham








































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After several years of searching i have finally found the ultimate 1964 Seiko

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-03:15
all Seiko fans will probably guess that the watch i have just purchased is a 1964 calibre 430 handwind Grand Seiko, the ultimate Seiko for my 1964 collection. i have seen several over the years either for stupid prices, tatty or with missing gold medallio...  

Congrats Graham

 
 By: dr.kol : April 16th, 2014-03:52
and great Eastern Holidays from all of us! Best, Kari ...  

thanks Kari, a happy easter...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-03:55
thanks Kari, a happy easter to you and your beautiful wife. i've got a busy weekend doing live band photography. keeps us single guys busy :) best G

Congrats Kari !!!

 
 By: bimbeano : April 22nd, 2014-12:07
Fine job !!! What a handsome fellow ... am i right ? Bim

Not really...

 
 By: dr.kol : April 22nd, 2014-12:13
But thanks anyhow. Wife, two bitch doggies, four daughters... Some people say I'm lucky. Best, Kari

How could i have forgotten ...

 
 By: bimbeano : April 22nd, 2014-12:19
... you told us before ... Over here: Wife, one crazy castrated ChocLab, four daughters .... pretty much alike :-) Bim

Get another dog,

 
 By: dr.kol : April 22nd, 2014-12:36
preferably a bitch. Then we are equal. Or should I say in as deep s..t. Best, Kari

I think ...

 
 By: bimbeano : April 23rd, 2014-13:17
.. option number two is most realistic .... Filip

Well done G Man!!

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : April 16th, 2014-03:59
Bravo Nice shot! Don't tell me offer was 50 quids ,) :) Sincerely yours Damjan

not quite 50 quids Darko,...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-04:36
not quite 50 quids Darko, 20x that in fact, but i did get 6x that off on my offer. i always find a bargain :) best G

I meant

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : April 16th, 2014-05:27
your offer was 50 of course :) ;) Nice that you made a bargain of such nice watch and there is no need for Darko to intervene ;) :) Sincerely D

:) i thought about offering...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-05:29
:) i thought about offering 50, but that was on another watch that arrived today and will be posted on home later. G

LOL! You are King

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : April 16th, 2014-08:30
Best D

Congratulations!

 
 By: respo : April 16th, 2014-05:27
I hope to see more of your own photos of this Seiko when it arrives. You have given me inspiration to find "my" Seiko, perhaps in the same way. ;-) Best, respo

thanks Respo, i think the...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-05:31
thanks Respo, i think the Seiko from 64 theme is finished now. the GS, a KS, the olympic 1 button chrono, olympic worldtimer and a dirt cheap 66 calibre handwind. best G

Nice one Graham

 
 By: cazalea : April 16th, 2014-07:58
Now, Can you find me one from 1951? Said the old guy... Mike

thanks Mike, all we can...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-08:03
thanks Mike, all we can do is look, but it wont be a GS. best G

Congrats!

 
 By: KIH : April 16th, 2014-10:10
It's in very, very good shape. I myself have been pondering about it, too.... Nice!!!! Ken

thank you Ken. i think...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-10:13
thank you Ken. i think i'm having a lucky streak as its the best condition model i've seen for a long time and price was about right which is also important to me. best G

thank you Blomman. it was...

 
 By: G99 : April 16th, 2014-13:12
thank you Blomman. it was just a very very lucky find. i had better go on the wagon now though :) best G

thanks Ronald. i hadnt really...

 
 By: G99 : April 17th, 2014-00:53
thanks Ronald. i hadnt really thought of it as a grail piece, but you got me thinking and it really is. i've spent a long time wanting and searching for one knowing its extremely high quality and not easy to find so it fits the grail description perfe... 

Congrats again dude...

 
 By: Andy : April 17th, 2014-08:48
Looks like a good deal. We need to arrange a London trip for a catch up with your collection..!! End of May..? Speak soon, Andy.

that would be good. got...

 
 By: G99 : April 17th, 2014-09:18
that would be good. got a lot of music gigs and festivals coming up but i can always fit in a midweek except tuesdays. if you fancy another holiday on south coast my door is always open. i must come and visit you soon as an old friend of mine lives in Hol... 

This GS is as yours . . .

 
 By: Dr No : April 17th, 2014-10:14
. . . as Black Connie is mine, Graham. No one could be a more fitting owner than yourself. Most pleased, Art

thank you Art, a long...

 
 By: G99 : April 17th, 2014-18:51
thank you Art, a long hard search which has paid off, i hope to show my pics soon. best G

thank you, i feel very...

 
 By: G99 : April 17th, 2014-18:53
thank you, i feel very lucky to have found one this good and i will most certainly share my own pics when it arrives. best G

thanks Ed, cant wait for...

 
 By: G99 : April 18th, 2014-15:57
thanks Ed, cant wait for it to arrive and see how accurate i can make it. best G

it has arrived and i am an even happier bunny

 
 By: G99 : April 24th, 2014-04:49
the Grail of all Seiko's arrived this morning and despite its international travel i managed to avoid any customs taxes. i like EMS coming from the far east :) the watch is absolutely minty and looks like a new watch not one that's 50 years old. its obvio...  

Fantastic, Graham! [nt]

 
 By: CaliforniaJed : May 2nd, 2014-20:59

after over a week on...

 
 By: G99 : May 3rd, 2014-01:09
after over a week on the wrist i can only agree with you Jed. fantastic timing, looks, feel, condition, quality. you name it, its fantastic. best G

Graham, I was fortunate enough to find my first, and second GS only last year.

 
 By: CaliforniaJed : May 3rd, 2014-08:54
And I am blown away at the quality. What a pleasure to own and wear. Enjoy yours! Best, CaliforniaJed ...  

they are fabulous watches and...

 
 By: G99 : May 3rd, 2014-16:53
they are fabulous watches and i used to own a new gmt, the hi beat vintage and one other, but i let them all go. story of my life, but one i will try not to repeat. Best G