Question for GS owners comparing SS and titanium:

[bruinmd]

I’m seriously considering a grand Seiko but will first need to try on the various models I’m contemplating. Would love feedback on any of these:
SBGA413 and 415
SBGA211 and 259
SBGA387

Four of the five are titanium, but I’m very much open to the limited edition 387, depending on how heavy it wears.

My criteria:
1. Lightweight (hence Ti)
2. Tough, accurate, reliable movement with a good power reserve, and nothing out there beats the spring drive. I don’t care that it’s a hybrid movement that some feel isn’t worthy of spending that kind of money on. I disagree with those people.
3. Anti magnetic properties for when I have to travel for my job frequently.
4. Bracelet or rubber strap because I don’t want canvas or leather with Covid. Watch will need to be washed daily given what I do.
5. Dial legibility.

I’ve read some reviews where people say GS titanium scratches less easily their SS. I’ve also read the exact opposite — where one owner opines that he doesn’t wear his snowflake because it scratches too easily compared to SS.

Another factor: the case on the 211 and 259 seems to wear bigger than the 413 and 415, as well as 387.
Is that true ? My wrist is 6.5” so that’s a consideration.
I like the bracelets in pics but am disappointed that GS hasn’t developed a micro adjustment for them. I’m a bit spoiled with that with my hulk and Pepsi.

Looking forward to the feedback from owners.


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