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...
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 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
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
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...
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...
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...
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