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5nit · 12 July 2019, 10:53 AM

I was looking at my watch under a 10x loupe.... Christ I thought it would be neat to look at the craftsmanship after seeing a 10x for $2 in the camera section of a store I like. I thought my steel was polished like a mirror until I saw hundreds of scratches the naked eye doesn’t see.

I am one of the “once I know, I know...” types.

Made to make some people laugh is all...

Piefacerecords · 12 July 2019, 10:56 AM

Quick, better buy a Grand Seiko!

broham84 · 12 July 2019, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Piefacerecords

Quick, better buy a Grand Seiko!

Much better quality! or better yet get an Omega, it's flawless!

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Piefacerecords

Quick, better buy a Grand Seiko!

hah, what's the joke?? I have heard this before...

broham84 · 12 July 2019, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

hah, what's the joke?? I have heard this before...

It's not a joke, GS has more refined dial/hands/marker work.

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by broham84

It's not a joke, GS has more refined dial/hands/marker work.

My friend has a Seiko and it is pretty nice..

CharlesN · 12 July 2019, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

My friend has a Seiko and it is pretty nice..

There is a MASSIVE difference between Seiko and Grand Seiko.

The "Grand" is far better finished.

It is also unbeleivably accurate.

the second hand sweep is something to be amazed at also.

Chadridv · 12 July 2019, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

I was looking at my watch under a 10x loupe.... Christ I thought it would be neat to look at the craftsmanship after seeing a 10x for $2 in the camera section of a store I like. I thought my steel was polished like a mirror until I saw hundreds of scratches the naked eye doesn’t see.

I am one of the “once I know, I know...” types.

Made to make some people laugh is all...

hmmm... are you admiring your handy work!?

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=683573

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Originally Posted by 5nit

hah, what's the joke?? I have heard this before...

No joke my friend! Finishing is incredible...

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

hmmm... are you admiring your handy work!?

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=683573

No joke my friend! Finishing is incredible...

I did look at my work. Wondering if the cape cod leaves the hairline scratches or perhaps the polish cloth. These are not visible to the eye though.

Ya I have looked at some of those Seiko’s. so many people on here own them?

Chadridv · 12 July 2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

I did look at my work. Wondering if the cape cod leaves the hairline scratches or perhaps the polish cloth. These are not visible to the eye though.

Ya I have looked at some of those Seiko’s. so many people on here own them?

They're very popular around here and among watch enthusiasts in general. They're an amazing value, although some can get really expensive. The quality is exceptional. Their dials are incredible. The movements are ridiculously innovative and extremely accurate. All around super cool!

Oh... and for the most part you can walk into an AD and buy one anytime you want!

Chadridv · 12 July 2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

I did look at my work. Wondering if the cape cod leaves the hairline scratches or perhaps the polish cloth. These are not visible to the eye though.

and btw I think your work looked pretty damn good!

watchtung · 12 July 2019, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

hmmm... are you admiring your handy work!?

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=683573

No joke my friend! Finishing is incredible...

Got the same watch and the finishing is basically on another level.

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Syed117 · 12 July 2019, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 5nit

hah, what's the joke?? I have heard this before...

Like others have said, it's no joke. Rolex finishing on the dials and especially hands aren't remotely comparable to GS. Bracelets and overall tolerances in terms of fit are another matter however. GS isn't as good as Rolex.

Rolex watches are not meant to stand up to scrutiny under magnification. You will see all sorts of imperfections from alignment, to marks, to horrendous paint like the picture below of the new white gold BLRO.

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Originally Posted by pauljuhn

Also Seiko is still a seiko.

Sees terrible post. Looks at join date. Makes sense.

Importer_Exporter · 12 July 2019, 10:57 AM

It’s basically worthless now, I can take it off your hands for you!!

jrs146 · 12 July 2019, 11:24 AM

Watches at 10x is a bad idea. Stick to what you can see with the naked eye only!!

TimeLord2 · 12 July 2019, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jrs146

Watches at 10x is a bad idea. Stick to what you can see with the naked eye only!!

So true! Even with the magnification provided by an iPhone the scratches are quite apparent. Your watch gets wrinkles too but they age gracefully. Enjoy the ride.

Al1969 · 12 July 2019, 11:42 AM

Put away the loupe and enjoy your watch.

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Al1969

Put away the loupe and enjoy your watch.

Love the watch. I just thought it would be neat to see the dial up close. Then.... hole-e-f... got to throw that thing away.

zaydans · 12 July 2019, 12:05 PM

Every watch looks like that under a loupe no matter how careful you’ve been. Only way to prevent this is keep it in the box and never wear it!! Stay away from the loupes!!

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by zaydans

Every watch looks like that under a loupe no matter how careful you’ve been. Only way to prevent this is keep it in the box and never wear it!! Stay away from the loupes!!

Ok, putting it back in the box now

kieselguhr · 12 July 2019, 12:18 PM

Hmm I would instead say, “I really got to know my watch up close and personal”. Especially as you state that you love this watch.

AOW

5nit · 12 July 2019, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by kieselguhr

Hmm I would instead say, “I really got to know my watch up close and personal”. Especially as you state that you love this watch.

AOW

I suppose I was not ready for what I saw

TimeLord2 · 12 July 2019, 03:13 PM

That said I do like The GS Truly a beautifully crafted piece of engineering.

shawn13ca · 12 July 2019, 03:34 PM

I personally never use a loupe. Rolex is not the kind of watch that will look good under magnification. Grand Seiko is better at that.

Watchdaytona · 12 July 2019, 03:56 PM

my watches look great under a loupe, and most are 20 years old. Bracelets show wear but dials look like new.

Old Expat Beast · 12 July 2019, 04:39 PM

I look at Rolex through a loupe with fear and trepidation, and at Grand Seiko with pleasure and amazement

pauljuhn · 12 July 2019, 04:59 PM

Grand Seiko may have better finish.
But under 100x magnification it will show the imperfection.
Also Seiko is still a seiko.

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Art 1 · 12 July 2019, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by pauljuhn

Grand Seiko may have better finish.
But under 100x magnification it will show the imperfection.
Also Seiko is still a seiko.

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What do you mean by Seiko is still a Seiko?

peterpl · 12 July 2019, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

What do you mean by Seiko is still a Seiko?

He is a watch snob. Thinks Rolex is the best when in reality he has no idea. LOL

And yes I know this is a Rolex forum and everyone loves Rolex but there are equal and better watches than a Rolex at the same or lower price point.

Art 1 · 12 July 2019, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by peterpl

He is a watch snob. Thinks Rolex is the best when in reality he has no idea. LOL

And yes I know this is a Rolex forum and everyone loves Rolex but there are equal and better watches than a Rolex at the same or lower price point.

12 July 2019, 10:53 AM	#1
5nit Banned Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Adam Location: Canada Watch: DJ41 Posts: 517	Worst thing I could have done... I was looking at my watch under a 10x loupe.... Christ I thought it would be neat to look at the craftsmanship after seeing a 10x for $2 in the camera section of a store I like. I thought my steel was polished like a mirror until I saw hundreds of scratches the naked eye doesn’t see. I am one of the “once I know, I know...” types. Made to make some people laugh is all...

12 July 2019, 10:57 AM	#14
Importer_Exporter "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: AZ Watch: 126710BLRO Posts: 149	It’s basically worthless now, I can take it off your hands for you!! __________________ 126710 BLRO

12 July 2019, 11:24 AM	#15
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	Watches at 10x is a bad idea. Stick to what you can see with the naked eye only!! __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

12 July 2019, 11:42 AM	#17
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,640	Put away the loupe and enjoy your watch. __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

12 July 2019, 04:39 PM	#26
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	I look at Rolex through a loupe with fear and trepidation, and at Grand Seiko with pleasure and amazement __________________ _______________________

12 July 2019, 10:56 AM	#2
Piefacerecords "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Oz Posts: 25	Quick, better buy a Grand Seiko!

12 July 2019, 12:05 PM	#19
zaydans "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: CONUS Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 994	Every watch looks like that under a loupe no matter how careful you’ve been. Only way to prevent this is keep it in the box and never wear it!! Stay away from the loupes!!

12 July 2019, 12:18 PM	#21
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Hmm I would instead say, “I really got to know my watch up close and personal”. Especially as you state that you love this watch. AOW

12 July 2019, 03:13 PM	#23
TimeLord2 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Valencia, CA Watch: GMT Master 1675/3 Posts: 2,191	That said I do like The GS Truly a beautifully crafted piece of engineering.

12 July 2019, 03:34 PM	#24
shawn13ca "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 300	I personally never use a loupe. Rolex is not the kind of watch that will look good under magnification. Grand Seiko is better at that.

12 July 2019, 03:56 PM	#25
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	my watches look great under a loupe, and most are 20 years old. Bracelets show wear but dials look like new.

12 July 2019, 04:59 PM	#27
pauljuhn "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: sydney Watch: Mont Blanc Posts: 65	Grand Seiko may have better finish. But under 100x magnification it will show the imperfection. Also Seiko is still a seiko. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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