1965 Grand Seiko

Thorbob
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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 aslo fitted it with a Grand Seiko deployant, just because I prefer deployants laughing.gif .

My first vintage Seiko, and I am loving it!

And here it is:

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Geo!
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I love it' and it's on my wish list.

I've just got to say..........dibs. 馃榾
 
erpin9
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Great catch. Enjoy it while having a shot of Yamazaki single malt.
 
Dre
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Nice pick-up, congrats! I was in Japan as well last month but I couldn't find watches that I like enough to take home, where did you find this one if you don't mind me asking?
 
Rman
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That is an incredible example. I'm perpetually hunting for a crown like that for my 43999.
Jealous and congrats on the killer watch
 
rbird7282
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Gorgeous watch. Every time I see pics of a Grand Seiko, I like them more and more.
 
Thorbob
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Dre drechristian
Nice pick-up, congrats! I was in Japan as well last month but I couldn't find watches that I like enough to take home, where did you find this one if you don't mind me asking?

Thank you! I picked this one up at Rasin Ginza in Tokyo.

Thor
 
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Dre drechristian
Nice pick-up, congrats! I was in Japan as well last month but I couldn't find watches that I like enough to take home, where did you find this one if you don't mind me asking?

Thank you! Got it at Rasin Ginza in Tokyo.

Thor
 
Thorbob
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erpin9 erpin9
Great catch. Enjoy it while having a shot of Yamazaki single malt.

I find most everything enjoyable with a good single malt!

Thor
 
Thorbob
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Thank you all so much for the great feedback! Just thought I'd add a quick wrist shot:

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Thor
 
map782
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Very nice choice. A GS is definitely on my wish list. Enjoy it!
 
jud
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I hope you know how rare this watch is, COSC certified as noted by the Chronometer on your dial. They are more rare as the Japanese watch makers abandoned COSC certification.
 
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Thorbob Thorbob
Thank you! I picked this one up at Rasin Ginza in Tokyo.
Thor

Is this a watch store? Where in Tokyo? I'm going back there on March 馃榾
 
Tony C.
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An absolute classic. Congratulations!

The one that I own is one of the earliest from my collection, and has withstood many cullings.
 
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