Grand Seiko vs Rolex Explorer I (39mm)

[RolexDivers]

Originally Posted by Nidal

A fully loaded Accord vs. Benz E class.
It's a matter of taste at the end.

They'll say "nice Seiko". Or "wow, is that. A Rolex?"

Again, and at the end it's what you like.
Think of resale value too.

Very true indeed!

Originally Posted by Daytona-Dan

This is exactly where I stand on any Seiko. For me it's about the brand and I buy watches based on personal choice and for me a Seiko (grand or not) will always be a Seiko. Is my decision or choice misinformed? Probably, but no amount of research into Seiko will ever change my mind so I don't even bother wasting my time.

I appreciate they are probably fine watches, they are just not for me.

I agree with you. Seikos are good watches and the GS may even kick a Rolex's butt when it comes to technology and finishing but it is not worth it to me
for thousands of $$ -- it will always suffer from its parent name Seiko -- a company known for making good, everyday, mediocre watches.
ROLEX on the other hand is known for putting their heart and soul in every model they make, except for may be Cellini .... but there is a reason
the world worships ROLEX and no other watch brand....Like some said here a while back, "in the world of watches, there is only one king --- and the
king wears the crown".