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scarlet knight · 9 September 2020, 04:10 AM

Having a mental flirtation with this watch since it is so different from anything that I have. What are the thoughts about this watch by my esteemed colleagues?

mongrelnomoad · 9 September 2020, 06:00 AM

Tried one on recently at GS in London. Amazing reference that wore smaller than the numbers would suggest. The blue was sensational - far more special in my opinion than the Snowflake. It's on my list for the next time I'm in Japan...

SunTzu · 9 September 2020, 06:29 AM

What's there to think about?!

If you strap on half of those new Seiko 5's, then this is a no brainer if you're flirting!!

scarlet knight · 9 September 2020, 06:34 AM

I’d like to trade in a couple of things towards it. I have a preferred, out of state AD who is very nice to me in this regard. May wait out the pandemic to make my move.

I’ve tried on a white Snowflake, have never seen the blue in person.

It’s not hard to talk me into buying a watch, as many have noticed.

Still looking for my first Grand Seiko.

trippinjimmy · 9 September 2020, 08:14 AM

That's funny, I've been in love with it and am currently negotiating with an out of state AD as we speak!

scarlet knight · 9 September 2020, 09:40 AM

I think that what I am looking at is known as the Skyflake. I guess the Sky is blue, snow is white.

brandrea · 9 September 2020, 09:41 AM

I’ve never had the pleasure ... they look fantastic in pictures though

1William · 9 September 2020, 08:18 PM

Looks great.

Cru Jones · 9 September 2020, 08:26 PM

Ah yes, the "Skyflake". TRF member "Loevhagen" has some great pics of his posted in this sub-forum.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=730593

Psmith · 9 September 2020, 09:05 PM

Stunning piece - go for it

sgwatchguy · 9 September 2020, 09:17 PM

Had an opportunity to see this on someone else’s wrist and am infatuated. The price point, dimensions and that blue dial make for a very interesting combo.

I’m not crazy about the PR indicator but it’s not a showstopper as well.

I don’t understand why the GS straps have one side extra long such that the strap end is nearly touching the bezel on the other side. SJX review also stated the same. If anyone has any inputs to share would appreciate it.

Watch2019 · 9 September 2020, 10:36 PM

It is one of the watches I will be considering if I were to buy another watch. Watchbox currently has one in stock for SGD7,500.

THE_FOOT · 10 September 2020, 03:19 AM

Lovely looking thing!

scarlet knight · 10 September 2020, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mongrelnomoad

Tried one on recently at GS in London. Amazing reference that wore smaller than the numbers would suggest. The blue was sensational - far more special in my opinion than the Snowflake. It's on my list for the next time I'm in Japan...

The watch looks a little big. My wrist is 6.5 inches, hope it would fit me. I believe the watch is a tad over 40mm.

mongrelnomoad · 10 September 2020, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

The watch looks a little big. My wrist is 6.5 inches, hope it would fit me. I believe the watch is a tad over 40mm.

A little too big, but in a world of giant monstrosities and a 6” wrist, it’s pretty good. 6.5” should be pretty perfect.

scarlet knight · 10 September 2020, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mongrelnomoad

A little too big, but in a world of giant monstrosities and a 6” wrist, it’s pretty good. 6.5” should be pretty perfect.

I think it would work on me.
Think you will get one? Are they less expensive in Japan?

DoctorA · 11 September 2020, 03:22 AM

I have its big brother and absolutely LOVE IT!!!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

BDL · 12 September 2020, 10:04 AM

It is amazing. I love mine, but I have yet to see a photo that does it justice in the metal.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

scarlet knight · 12 September 2020, 11:44 AM

Great photographs! ^

Bruce_Wayne · 12 September 2020, 12:00 PM

Love the skyflake

Sent from the Waitlist at 6 different ADs

scarlet knight · 12 September 2020, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruce_Wayne

Love the skyflake

Sent from the Waitlist at 6 different ADs

Deducing that from your wait list comment.

sgwatchguy · 12 September 2020, 01:05 PM

Heading to the GS AD here today to check this out (if they have one in stock).

sgwatchguy · 13 September 2020, 01:11 AM

Visited the GS store today. SA asked me to put down a 60% deposit and expect delivery in around 10 months. Told me there is a waiting list.

Time to think.

Mifune · 13 September 2020, 01:39 AM

Ive seen the blue flake around for under retail... waiting lists for Seikos are myths. they might sell out, but... please.

the five five eight Kirazuri is a better piece if you like that color.

9 September 2020, 04:10 AM	#1
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	GS Blue Snowflake? Thoughts and pix? Having a mental flirtation with this watch since it is so different from anything that I have. What are the thoughts about this watch by my esteemed colleagues?

9 September 2020, 06:29 AM	#3
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	What's there to think about?! If you strap on half of those new Seiko 5's, then this is a no brainer if you're flirting!! __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

9 September 2020, 09:05 PM	#10
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Stunning piece - go for it __________________

9 September 2020, 09:17 PM	#11
sgwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: KP Jimmy Location: Singapore Watch: R/AP/FPJ/Hermès/et Posts: 6,597	Had an opportunity to see this on someone else’s wrist and am infatuated. The price point, dimensions and that blue dial make for a very interesting combo. I’m not crazy about the PR indicator but it’s not a showstopper as well. I don’t understand why the GS straps have one side extra long such that the strap end is nearly touching the bezel on the other side. SJX review also stated the same. If anyone has any inputs to share would appreciate it. __________________

11 September 2020, 03:22 AM	#17
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	I have its big brother and absolutely LOVE IT!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

9 September 2020, 06:00 AM	#2
mongrelnomoad 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Here and there... Posts: 1,902	Tried one on recently at GS in London. Amazing reference that wore smaller than the numbers would suggest. The blue was sensational - far more special in my opinion than the Snowflake. It's on my list for the next time I'm in Japan...

9 September 2020, 06:34 AM	#4
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	I’d like to trade in a couple of things towards it. I have a preferred, out of state AD who is very nice to me in this regard. May wait out the pandemic to make my move. I’ve tried on a white Snowflake, have never seen the blue in person. It’s not hard to talk me into buying a watch, as many have noticed. Still looking for my first Grand Seiko.

9 September 2020, 08:14 AM	#5
trippinjimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: The Good Life Posts: 3,090	That's funny, I've been in love with it and am currently negotiating with an out of state AD as we speak!

9 September 2020, 09:40 AM	#6
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	I think that what I am looking at is known as the Skyflake. I guess the Sky is blue, snow is white.

9 September 2020, 09:41 AM	#7
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	I’ve never had the pleasure ... they look fantastic in pictures though

9 September 2020, 08:18 PM	#8
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,787	Looks great.

9 September 2020, 08:26 PM	#9
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,302	Ah yes, the "Skyflake". TRF member "Loevhagen" has some great pics of his posted in this sub-forum. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=730593

9 September 2020, 10:36 PM	#12
Watch2019 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Earth Posts: 93	It is one of the watches I will be considering if I were to buy another watch. Watchbox currently has one in stock for SGD7,500.

10 September 2020, 03:19 AM	#13
THE_FOOT "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: marc Location: the cotswolds Watch: Tiffany OP 41mm Posts: 327	Lovely looking thing!

12 September 2020, 10:04 AM	#18
BDL 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: @ticks_and_sticks Posts: 952	It is amazing. I love mine, but I have yet to see a photo that does it justice in the metal. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 September 2020, 11:44 AM	#19
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Great photographs! ^

12 September 2020, 12:00 PM	#20
Bruce_Wayne "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Real Name: Batman Location: Houston / Oahu Watch: 116400GV Z-Blue Posts: 309	Love the skyflake Sent from the Waitlist at 6 different ADs

12 September 2020, 01:05 PM	#22
sgwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: KP Jimmy Location: Singapore Watch: R/AP/FPJ/Hermès/et Posts: 6,597	Heading to the GS AD here today to check this out (if they have one in stock). __________________

13 September 2020, 01:11 AM	#23
sgwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: KP Jimmy Location: Singapore Watch: R/AP/FPJ/Hermès/et Posts: 6,597	Visited the GS store today. SA asked me to put down a 60% deposit and expect delivery in around 10 months. Told me there is a waiting list. Time to think. __________________

13 September 2020, 01:39 AM	#24
Mifune Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: here AND there... Posts: 2,240	Ive seen the blue flake around for under retail... waiting lists for Seikos are myths. they might sell out, but... please. the five five eight Kirazuri is a better piece if you like that color.

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