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Also, FWIW,
That explains a lot"Even the materials used in Grand Seiko watches are special; the mainsprings in all the Grand Seiko mechanical and Spring Drive calibers are made of SEIKO's proprietary alloy, sPr0n, which delivers maximum power reserve and durability. "
The more hurtful truth is this: Grand Seikos are interesting watches, but they are not made of pixie dust and the dreams of happy children. They are most certainly not objectively better than many Swiss watches selling for the same price. I don't see Rolex losing any sales to them.
It's similar to the Volkswagen Phaeton - extremely well made, expensive, but most people don't know that.
I do not particularly agree with the comparison; despite the majority of consumers who consider the Phaeton a very expensive VW, there are those who realise it for what it actually is: a cut-price Bentley. This is not the case with the Grand Seiko. Some Grand Seiko cost as much as some of the established brands; it is a fantastic watch but there is no perceived or actual value for money.
I do not particularly agree with the comparison; despite the majority of consumers who consider the Phaeton a very expensive VW, there are those who realise it for what it actually is: a cut-price Bentley. This is not the case with the Grand Seiko. Some Grand Seiko cost as much as some of the established brands; it is a fantastic watch but there is no perceived or actual value for money.
I do not particularly agree with the comparison; despite the majority of consumers who consider the Phaeton a very expensive VW, there are those who realise it for what it actually is: a cut-price Bentley. This is not the case with the Grand Seiko. Some Grand Seiko cost as much as some of the established brands; it is a fantastic watch but there is no perceived or actual value for money. I would like to add that I do not recognise this "quality" some of you speak of. Who's to say that "quality" is measured by the number of perfectly polished cogs or the degree of accuracy of the movement or robustness or...? Who's to say that Edward Green shoes lack quality because they are "gemmed", an unknown term until not that long ago? Or that Patek lack quality because they are not as robust as their price would imply? Dare I say, and I apologise in advance if it seems patronising, those who compare a Grand Seiko with a Patek not only have they not had a Patek under a loupe but they probably haven't even handled one. Lastly, I have handled a Grand Seiko and I strongly believe it's a very nice and high quality item which would give the owner much satisfaction. Do I think it's of higher "quality" to my run-of-the-mill Sea-Dweller and Speedmaster, as some here claim? Absolutely not. Brennus, enjoy your watch in good health and for what it is: a no nonsense quality item that will serve you well and for many years. Nothing more, nothing less.
There are plenty, many actual Seiko/Grand Seiko experts, who would disagree with you and know what they're talking about in extending such an opinion.