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genkigenki · 10 June 2018, 01:56 PM

I'd been looking out for a this model for a while but finally found one in suitable condition (unused/unworn) and decided to go for it - it's the sbga129 limited edition snowflake, of which only 369 pieces were released a few years back. I went for this over the 211 for its size (39mm) and material (SS), though I've already changed the bracelet to a leather GS strap and deployant buckle I sourced online. (Not that I don't like the bracelet - I am planning to give that a run out sometime) Other notable differences to the 211 are obviously the grey second hand and red power reserve indicator, though as with the 211 the snowflake finish is stunning and the spring drive movement mesmerizing. Amazing accuracy too. I like what Seiko have done with the new clean GS dial designs/removing the Seiko logo, but equally like the old design so happy to have Seiko big and bold on the dial. The 72 power reserve also really makes a difference. I've seen others comment on this too, but I saw the new white/black Rolex OPs at my AD, and of course they are nice watches and if you have to have Rolex on the dial they're a no-brainer, but for me personally at a similar price point these GS models blow the competition out of the water....

Txkill · 10 June 2018, 01:58 PM

I almost went with the 211 today. Fantastic watch

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genkigenki · 10 June 2018, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Txkill

I almost went with the 211 today. Fantastic watch

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Just saw your incoming thread - you made a great choice too!

schoolboy · 10 June 2018, 02:33 PM

Congrats!

Wear it in good health :)

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c41006 · 10 June 2018, 02:34 PM

Congrats!

Old Expat Beast · 10 June 2018, 03:06 PM

That's a really great piece in so many ways...congratulations. I'd choose that over the new OP, too.

BBL · 10 June 2018, 03:32 PM

Very nice watch. Red indicator is perfect.

Gharddog03 · 10 June 2018, 03:52 PM

Awesome!!! Congrats. Love the red

genkigenki · 10 June 2018, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by schoolboy

Congrats!

Wear it in good health :)

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Originally Posted by c41006

Congrats!

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

That's a really great piece in so many ways...congratulations. I'd choose that over the new OP, too.

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Originally Posted by BBL

Very nice watch. Red indicator is perfect.

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Originally Posted by Gharddog03

Awesome!!! Congrats. Love the red

Thank you for all the positive comments!

benvh · 10 June 2018, 11:06 PM

Love this, congrats!

Ben

rolehex · 11 June 2018, 07:13 AM

Had no idea that model even existed. Beautiful! Do you know if its the same 12.5 thickness as original snowflakes?

genkigenki · 11 June 2018, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by benvh

Love this, congrats!

Ben

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Originally Posted by rolehex

Had no idea that model even existed. Beautiful! Do you know if its the same 12.5 thickness as original snowflakes?

Thanks!!

I haven't measured it myself but looking at some of the Japanese sites they are saying it is the same 12.5. It certainly has presence and I guess overall it's not that different to the 211 but it's definitely noticeable when you see them side by side...

pickettt · 11 June 2018, 02:20 PM

I had the opportunity to get a 129 also.....but I opted for the 211 instead. Now, I think I like the SEIKO logo more than just the GS logo, especially since the 211 dial has more real estate to fill. Omedetou!

Cru Jones · 11 June 2018, 03:00 PM

Many congrats! I like the look of the SS with the dial, and the red indicator is great. A lot more subtle personality than an OP.

HK Islandboy · 11 June 2018, 08:43 PM

Beautiful!

1William · 11 June 2018, 08:46 PM

Very nice. Congratulations.

asiparks · 12 June 2018, 01:42 PM

Never seen this model before, I love that it's steel, ( not that I don't also like titanium, just generally prefer the weight), and the red accents do add an extra dimension to the dial. Congratulations on a lovely watch !

genkigenki · 12 June 2018, 02:02 PM

Thanks for all the comments! I've been wearing it for a couple of weeks now and don't think it is even one second out...took me a while to finally get my hands on one but the spring drive accuracy is as amazing as everyone says it is.

darwin95 · 13 June 2018, 01:03 AM

very nice. Congrats !

Shiny1 · 13 June 2018, 01:18 AM

Congratulations

tifosi · 13 June 2018, 02:25 AM

One of the best dials out there!

Congrats!

joli160 · 14 June 2018, 02:33 AM

Beautiful watch, huge congrats

genkigenki · 17 June 2018, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by darwin95

very nice. Congrats !

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Originally Posted by Shiny1

Congratulations

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Originally Posted by tifosi

One of the best dials out there!

Congrats!

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Originally Posted by joli160

Beautiful watch, huge congrats

Thanks - appreciate all the comments!

10 June 2018, 01:56 PM	#1
genkigenki "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Japan Posts: 38	Incoming (snowflake - of sorts) I'd been looking out for a this model for a while but finally found one in suitable condition (unused/unworn) and decided to go for it - it's the sbga129 limited edition snowflake, of which only 369 pieces were released a few years back. I went for this over the 211 for its size (39mm) and material (SS), though I've already changed the bracelet to a leather GS strap and deployant buckle I sourced online. (Not that I don't like the bracelet - I am planning to give that a run out sometime) Other notable differences to the 211 are obviously the grey second hand and red power reserve indicator, though as with the 211 the snowflake finish is stunning and the spring drive movement mesmerizing. Amazing accuracy too. I like what Seiko have done with the new clean GS dial designs/removing the Seiko logo, but equally like the old design so happy to have Seiko big and bold on the dial. The 72 power reserve also really makes a difference. I've seen others comment on this too, but I saw the new white/black Rolex OPs at my AD, and of course they are nice watches and if you have to have Rolex on the dial they're a no-brainer, but for me personally at a similar price point these GS models blow the competition out of the water.... Attached Images

10 June 2018, 03:06 PM	#6
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	That's a really great piece in so many ways...congratulations. I'd choose that over the new OP, too. __________________ _______________________

10 June 2018, 03:32 PM	#7
BBL "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: DM Location: USA Watch: DD-YG/DJ/Breitling Posts: 8,896	Very nice watch. Red indicator is perfect. __________________ . People of integrity expect to be believed and when they are not they let time prove them right. A best friend is like a four leaf clover - hard to find and lucky to have. SJP

13 June 2018, 02:25 AM	#21
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	One of the best dials out there! Congrats! __________________ Russ

14 June 2018, 02:33 AM	#22
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,759	Beautiful watch, huge congrats __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

10 June 2018, 01:58 PM	#2
Txkill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Joseph Location: Rockwall TX Watch: Lots Posts: 1,223	I almost went with the 211 today. Fantastic watch Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 June 2018, 02:33 PM	#4
schoolboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Jesus Location: Texas Watch: 116234 Posts: 8,721	Congrats! Wear it in good health :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 June 2018, 02:34 PM	#5
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	Congrats!

10 June 2018, 03:52 PM	#8
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Awesome!!! Congrats. Love the red

10 June 2018, 11:06 PM	#10
benvh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Boston Posts: 438	Love this, congrats! Ben

11 June 2018, 07:13 AM	#11
rolehex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 1,445	Had no idea that model even existed. Beautiful! Do you know if its the same 12.5 thickness as original snowflakes?

11 June 2018, 02:20 PM	#13
pickettt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Watch: Shiny One Posts: 5,450	I had the opportunity to get a 129 also.....but I opted for the 211 instead. Now, I think I like the SEIKO logo more than just the GS logo, especially since the 211 dial has more real estate to fill. Omedetou!

11 June 2018, 03:00 PM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Many congrats! I like the look of the SS with the dial, and the red indicator is great. A lot more subtle personality than an OP.

11 June 2018, 08:43 PM	#15
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	Beautiful!

11 June 2018, 08:46 PM	#16
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Very nice. Congratulations.

12 June 2018, 01:42 PM	#17
asiparks "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland, OR Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 1,888	Never seen this model before, I love that it's steel, ( not that I don't also like titanium, just generally prefer the weight), and the red accents do add an extra dimension to the dial. Congratulations on a lovely watch !

12 June 2018, 02:02 PM	#18
genkigenki "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Japan Posts: 38	Thanks for all the comments! I've been wearing it for a couple of weeks now and don't think it is even one second out...took me a while to finally get my hands on one but the spring drive accuracy is as amazing as everyone says it is.

13 June 2018, 01:03 AM	#19
darwin95 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northeast Watch: Yourself Posts: 1,020	very nice. Congrats !

13 June 2018, 01:18 AM	#20
Shiny1 Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: USA Posts: 114	Congratulations

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