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Cru Jones · 23 July 2019, 02:43 AM

Newly released LE in stainless steel with "blizzard" dial.

Looks pretty nice, IMHO!

Click here for source of photos.

Caliber: 9R66 Spring Drive GMT
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, GMT
Power Reserve: 72 hours
Winding: Automatic
Jewels: 30
Chronometer Certified: Rated by Grand Seiko to +/- 1 second per day (+/- 15 seconds per month)

Pricing & Availability
Price: $5,900
Availability: August/September 2019
Limited Edition: 250 pieces

ArtNouveau · 23 July 2019, 03:34 AM

That’s a beauty.

imperio · 23 July 2019, 03:35 AM

The texture on blizzard dials are amazing. I'm not sure how I feel about the mirror finish look on the chapter ring of this watch though. Also not a fan of the opaque printing on the caseback... Why have a see through caseback if you're going to print over it?

Talbel · 23 July 2019, 03:58 AM

I tried it on over the weekend and it is a beauty. I am glad that Dan went with stainless steel versus the titanium. It gives it a nice weight. All in all it is a great looking watch. Pictures don't do it justice.

redfoxer · 23 July 2019, 04:14 AM

That's a lovely looking one. Definitely need more pics of it in different lighting and situations

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sensui · 23 July 2019, 06:06 PM

This one is looking amazing.

ap1 · 23 July 2019, 09:16 PM

Looks sick

1William · 23 July 2019, 09:22 PM

A good looking watch.

Calogero1 · 24 July 2019, 09:51 PM

Home run! really like this!

SLRdude · 29 July 2019, 06:26 AM

I photographed the prototype about 8 months ago, but I was sworn to secrecy until last weekend, when it was announced.
Timeless wanted to have some photos ready to go, and GS agreed to let me have it for one day. I think it was last September.

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Gharddog03 · 29 July 2019, 06:47 AM

Wow!

SpeakWithMichael · 29 July 2019, 06:49 AM

There's a lot to like about this watch. The closer you get in pictures, the better it looks.

SLRdude · 29 July 2019, 06:58 AM

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Cru Jones · 29 July 2019, 07:58 AM

Amazing photos, Chip!

Btw, FYI, I tried sending you a PM, but your inbox is full.

SLRdude · 29 July 2019, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Amazing photos, Chip!

Btw, FYI, I tried sending you a PM, but your inbox is full.

Thank you, very much.

Probably because I haven’t checked my inbox in about two years.
I don’t post much those days.

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Cru Jones · 29 July 2019, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLRdude

Thank you, very much.

Probably because I haven’t checked my inbox in about two years.
I don’t post much those days.

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What I was wondering is how did you like the watch itself?

I know you have handled a few GS, so I value your opinion on this one.

SLRdude · 29 July 2019, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

What I was wondering is how did you like the watch itself?

I know you have handled a few GS, so I value your opinion on this one.

I like the watch, quite a bit. My only gripe with it is the distance between the sapphire crystal and the dial.
This is just me, I like a crystal that is close to the dial plate itself, and all spring drive GMTs have a deep dish dial.
If that’s not an issue for you, the watch is spectacular, and I really like the hollow GMT pointer.
The blizzard dial is very reminiscent of a YM 116622, but rougher. And not in a bad way. The execution is spot on.

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Cru Jones · 29 July 2019, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLRdude

I like the watch, quite a bit. My only gripe with it is the distance between the sapphire crystal and the dial.
This is just me, I like a crystal that is close to the dial plate itself, and all spring drive GMTs have a deep dish dial.
If that’s not an issue for you, the watch is spectacular, and I really like the hollow GMT pointer.
The blizzard dial is very reminiscent of a YM 116622, but rougher. And not in a bad way. The execution is spot on.

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Many thanks for the hands-on comments.

For the crystal/dial distance, I thought it was a design choice in order to incorporate the GMT chapter ring? I think I prefer this solution to having the numbers on the bezel or on the dial itself (but then needing to reduce the size of the hands).

Anyway, from what you’re saying, looks like I would be happy with this one.

ud101 · 29 July 2019, 03:44 PM

This is really impressive, nice watch.

Cru Jones · 11 August 2019, 08:35 PM

Still thinking about this one..... here’s a recent IG pic posted of it. Apparently, only a few of the 250 left.

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Talbel · 11 August 2019, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Still thinking about this one..... here’s a recent IG pic posted of it. Apparently, only a few of the 250 left.

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Pictures don’t do it justice. I tried it on at the Timeless GS event and it’s a stunner. I love that they used stainless steel for both the weight and the special shine that GS is able to pull off with their polishing. It also looked incredible on the tan/brown leather strap that Timeless is carrying for the GS line. I wouldn’t hesitate to grab one.

Cru Jones · 12 August 2019, 04:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Talbel

It also looked incredible on the tan/brown leather strap that Timeless is carrying for the GS line. I wouldn’t hesitate to grab one.

I’ve seen these photos of it on a strap.

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JR16 · 12 August 2019, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

I’ve seen these photos of it on a strap.

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Those fitted straps look phenomenal! Who makes them (they don’t look like GS OEM)?

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Talbel · 12 August 2019, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JR16

Those fitted straps look phenomenal! Who makes them (they don’t look like GS OEM)?

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They are made by Mugatoo specifically for Grand Seiko watches. Timeless will be carrying them, but I can’t remember if Dan told me if it was an exclusive partnership or not.

imperio · 12 August 2019, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

I’ve seen these photos of it on a strap.

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Those are really nice straps. Any idea how much they cost?

Txkill · 12 August 2019, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Still thinking about this one..... here’s a recent IG pic posted of it. Apparently, only a few of the 250 left.

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Cru, you need to just get it. I have one coming and I’m really excited about it. It’s the last watch that I’ll get for awhile...and I’m without a GMT at the moment, so I’m pumped.

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Cru Jones · 12 August 2019, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Txkill

Cru, you need to just get it. I have one coming and I’m really excited about it. It’s the last watch that I’ll get for awhile...and I’m without a GMT at the moment, so I’m pumped.

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Nice, congrats!

You make some good arguments....I’m also without a GMT at the moment, and I’ve wanted a Spring Drive GS for a long, long time. ;-)

JR16 · 12 August 2019, 12:21 AM

That’s a great looking GS! If I didn’t already have a 211, I’d go for it!

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jctrolex · 12 August 2019, 12:52 PM

This came a year too late for me. I was on the fence for 2 years about the 211 because of the weight and the slight grey tone of titanium. Finally pulled the trigger last year just about this time. I don’t know how many times I made the comment to the SA that if this was in stainless steel it would have been a no brainer for me. This one even has a GMT complication which I like. Only if they kept the snowflake dial, a slimmer case and do away that silly logo print over the sapphire case back it would be absolutely perfect.

grimlock525 · 12 August 2019, 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jctrolex

This came a year too late for me. I was on the fence for 2 years about the 211 because of the weight and the slight grey tone of titanium. Finally pulled the trigger last year just about this time. I don’t know how many times I made the comment to the SA that if this was in stainless steel it would have been a no brainer for me. This one even has a GMT complication which I like. Only if they kept the snowflake dial, a slimmer case and do away that silly logo print over the sapphire case back it would be absolutely perfect.

I'm so torn right now between this and the Snowflake. Right now I'm leaning towards the Snowflake because I love how the power reserve meter looks like swept snow, and I feel that the GMT on the SBGE249 adds a bit more clutter than what I want. However, the dial on the SBGE249 looks amazing, I just wish I could see it in person to help me decide.

23 July 2019, 02:43 AM	#1
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	GMT SBGE249 LE in collaboration with Timeless Luxury Jewelers, Texas Newly released LE in stainless steel with "blizzard" dial. Looks pretty nice, IMHO! Click here for source of photos. Caliber: 9R66 Spring Drive GMT Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, GMT Power Reserve: 72 hours Winding: Automatic Jewels: 30 Chronometer Certified: Rated by Grand Seiko to +/- 1 second per day (+/- 15 seconds per month) Pricing & Availability Price: $5,900 Availability: August/September 2019 Limited Edition: 250 pieces

23 July 2019, 03:35 AM	#3
imperio "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: this space Posts: 1,867	The texture on blizzard dials are amazing. I'm not sure how I feel about the mirror finish look on the chapter ring of this watch though. Also not a fan of the opaque printing on the caseback... Why have a see through caseback if you're going to print over it? __________________

29 July 2019, 06:26 AM	#10
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	I photographed the prototype about 8 months ago, but I was sworn to secrecy until last weekend, when it was announced. Timeless wanted to have some photos ready to go, and GS agreed to let me have it for one day. I think it was last September. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

29 July 2019, 06:58 AM	#13
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

23 July 2019, 03:34 AM	#2
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,387	That’s a beauty.

23 July 2019, 03:58 AM	#4
Talbel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Arizona Posts: 401	I tried it on over the weekend and it is a beauty. I am glad that Dan went with stainless steel versus the titanium. It gives it a nice weight. All in all it is a great looking watch. Pictures don't do it justice.

23 July 2019, 04:14 AM	#5
redfoxer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: London Posts: 405	That's a lovely looking one. Definitely need more pics of it in different lighting and situations Sent from my SM-G9750 using Tapatalk

23 July 2019, 06:06 PM	#6
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	This one is looking amazing.

23 July 2019, 09:16 PM	#7
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	Looks sick

23 July 2019, 09:22 PM	#8
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	A good looking watch.

24 July 2019, 09:51 PM	#9
Calogero1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 102	Home run! really like this!

29 July 2019, 06:47 AM	#11
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Wow!

29 July 2019, 06:49 AM	#12
SpeakWithMichael "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Jacksonville, FL Watch: Superocean 44not42 Posts: 1,757	There's a lot to like about this watch. The closer you get in pictures, the better it looks.

29 July 2019, 07:58 AM	#14
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Amazing photos, Chip! Btw, FYI, I tried sending you a PM, but your inbox is full.

29 July 2019, 03:44 PM	#19
ud101 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: US Posts: 145	This is really impressive, nice watch.

11 August 2019, 08:35 PM	#20
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Still thinking about this one..... here’s a recent IG pic posted of it. Apparently, only a few of the 250 left. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 August 2019, 12:21 AM	#28
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,253	That’s a great looking GS! If I didn’t already have a 211, I’d go for it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

12 August 2019, 12:52 PM	#29
jctrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Watch: 1675 Posts: 1,163	This came a year too late for me. I was on the fence for 2 years about the 211 because of the weight and the slight grey tone of titanium. Finally pulled the trigger last year just about this time. I don’t know how many times I made the comment to the SA that if this was in stainless steel it would have been a no brainer for me. This one even has a GMT complication which I like. Only if they kept the snowflake dial, a slimmer case and do away that silly logo print over the sapphire case back it would be absolutely perfect.

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