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Old 15 October 2015, 03:24 AM   #1
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1965 Grand Seiko

While on vacation in Japan, it seemed only natural to go looking for nice souvenirs, and what could be nicer than a vintage Japanese timepiece?
I was fortunate enough to come across a 1965 5722-9990 Grand Seiko in great condition.

I got rid of the (not that great) strap it came with, and fitted it with a nice dark brown lizard strap from Camille Fournet, which really fit the look of the watch (IMO, of course). I also fitted it with a Grand Seiko deployant, just because I prefer deployants .

My first vintage Seiko, and I am loving it!

And here it is:
















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Old 15 October 2015, 04:04 AM   #2
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Such a great looking watch, congrats:)
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Old 15 October 2015, 04:26 AM   #3
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Wow- incredible watch!
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Old 15 October 2015, 06:22 AM   #4
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Old 15 October 2015, 07:40 AM   #5
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Very nice, congratulations!
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Old 15 October 2015, 07:48 AM   #6
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Beautiful!!!!

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Old 15 October 2015, 07:50 AM   #7
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Simply beautiful.
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Old 15 October 2015, 08:47 AM   #8
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Old 15 October 2015, 08:59 AM   #9
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Outstanding example!
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Old 15 October 2015, 12:29 PM   #10
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Gorgeous watch! Congratulations!!!!
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Old 15 October 2015, 02:34 PM   #11
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Congrats and great pics!
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Old 16 October 2015, 03:34 AM   #12
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Thank you all so much for the great feedback!

Just to complete my avalanche of pictures, here's a quick wrist shot




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Old 16 October 2015, 08:25 AM   #13
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Old 18 October 2015, 06:24 AM   #14
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That is such a beautiful watch!!! I love the Grand Seiko.
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Old 18 October 2015, 12:27 PM   #15
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Beautiful watch


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Old 18 October 2015, 01:04 PM   #16
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Beautiful. Looks super clean.


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Old 19 October 2015, 01:58 AM   #17
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Stunning.
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Old 15 December 2015, 02:19 AM   #18
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That's so pretty
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Old 15 December 2015, 03:25 AM   #19
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Beautiful AND Vintage....great combo sir!

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Old 15 December 2015, 11:13 AM   #20
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Old 15 December 2015, 12:01 PM   #21
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Old 15 December 2015, 12:09 PM   #22
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Awesome find.
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Old 15 December 2015, 12:12 PM   #23
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Classy piece in wonderful condition. Congrats🎉
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Old 15 December 2015, 12:18 PM   #24
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I really, really like that watch. Might have to pick one up one day as a dress watch to compliment my Sub.

Again, very nice.
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Old 15 December 2015, 12:49 PM   #25
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She's a stunner
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Old 16 December 2015, 03:55 AM   #26
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Impressive. From the era when Japanese industry really started to excel in fine quality cameras and electronics ... And a few watches too!
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Old 16 December 2015, 04:45 AM   #27
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Beautiful. Amazing how little the face has changed over the years.
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Old 16 December 2015, 08:02 AM   #28
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What a great looking watch, especially considering how old it is. Enjoy
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Old 16 December 2015, 12:51 PM   #29
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that is a beauty. it looks great!
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Old 16 December 2015, 12:53 PM   #30
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Whoa! Outstanding timepiece. I love the look on the strap also!!!!
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