The Incoming / New Arrival Thread

**waser** · 20th February 2020, 16:24

Originally Posted by ryanb741

Bought this from SC, flipped before it arrived but regretted it and bought it back so picked it up for the first time today. Very nicely finished watch.

Lol hope you enjoy it.

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**gcleminson** · 20th February 2020, 16:32

Originally Posted by wileeeeeey

Could not find two better GS. How many years was the Snowflake their main offering and look now. They've come seriously far recently. Nice strap btw.

Totally agree. I took a look at a snowflake just after Chisholm Hunter in Bluewater first began selling GS, so a fair while after the hype of them had spread. Whilst I thought the dial was every bit as gorgeous as the photos I'd seen, I was left feeling the whole package was a little sterile for my tastes (I know that will be the appeal for some of course), and I knew I'd get bored of it quite quickly.

The strap is one of Mickael's by the way (Atelier Romane). He's a member here. I bought it a while ago, but it's just been sitting in the strap drawer waiting for the right watch. I had a bit of a splurge late last night when I knew this was on its way, and ordered another of his (vintage blue pigskin), a couple of ColaReb straps, a Gekota mesh (already arrived!), and possibly a Hodinkee too - I lost track! :)

Not sure about the mesh..

**wileeeeeey** · 20th February 2020, 16:49

Originally Posted by gcleminson

Totally agree. I took a look at a snowflake just after Chisholm Hunter in Bluewater first began selling GS, so a fair while after the hype of them had spread. Whilst I thought the dial was every bit as gorgeous as the photos I'd seen, I was left feeling the whole package was a little sterile for my tastes (I know that will be the appeal for some of course), and I knew I'd get bored of it quite quickly.

Not keen on the mesh if I'm honest. Doesn't do it any justice but does do it some disservice.

Looking at that picture of your duo and thinking of my BLNR and ND SubC. I feel like a Scouse lad in his finest designer shell suit stood next to a guy in a tailor made suit.

I rode my motorbike from Hertfordshire to Deacons in Swindon to try on two GS models about three years with the view of buying one. One was the Snowflake. This was before the boutique in London opened. Couldn't believe how underwhelming I was and that I'd spent hours getting here and had to ride hours home empty handed. My wife pissed herself.

**deepreddave** · 20th February 2020, 18:55

Originally Posted by gcleminson

Not sure about the mesh

It's not bad but I think it deserves a quality dark blue or grey leather strap. Looks great though!

**mk1974** · 20th February 2020, 20:07

pam 91

birth year and month seiko ,that’s the only reason I bought it ,great bracelet on both and totally different.

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**Chalet** · 20th February 2020, 20:38

After a two year wait, it’s here!

**gcleminson** · 20th February 2020, 20:40

Originally Posted by wileeeeeey

Looking at that picture of your duo and thinking of my BLNR and ND SubC. I feel like a Scouse lad in his finest designer shell suit stood next to a guy in a tailor made suit.

That made me chuckle, because it rings true. When I was waiting for my Winter GS to turn up I started to have doubts, thinking it might look - if not effeminate, then perhaps just too delicate alongside my other watches. When it did arrive it had the opposite effect - it made my 1655 in particular that I’d previously thought was perfect seem brutish and simplistic by comparison.

**ryanb741** · 20th February 2020, 20:48

Another Seiko inbound today.

**Wallasey Runner** · 20th February 2020, 20:51

Originally Posted by ryanb741

Another Seiko inbound today.

Is that the Tic Toc limited edition - very nice.

**ryanb741** · 20th February 2020, 20:52

Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner

Is that the Tic Toc limited edition - very nice.

Yes sir.

**RS404** · 20th February 2020, 22:04

Bulova Lunar Pilot from SC, now on a Haveston canvas nato strap...

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**Nev** · 20th February 2020, 22:51

[QUOTE=gcleminson;5330961]My second GS, and what a belter it is.

I'm not sure I've seen anything quite so perfect in a while, it is beautiful. I have no notion of GS, what is the diameter? The strap compliments it perfectly.

**crazyp** · 21st February 2020, 00:52

Originally Posted by ryanb741

Another Seiko inbound today.

very nice Ryan!

**gcleminson** · 21st February 2020, 07:08

Originally Posted by Nev

I'm not sure I've seen anything quite so perfect in a while, it is beautiful. I have no notion of GS, what is the diameter? The strap compliments it perfectly.

Thanks Nev. It’s 39mm / 19mm lugs. Quite pebble-like with its smooth surfaces and gently domed sapphire. The strap’s a 20mm that I managed to squeeze on.

**Gavbaz** · 21st February 2020, 12:08

Not bad for £200!! Just landed from the Jura sale.

**Kippax** · 21st February 2020, 12:14

Fantastic price and great addition to your collection.

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**Kippax** · 21st February 2020, 12:16

New today, this will be worn for some time me thinks.

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**ozzyb123** · 21st February 2020, 12:30

I am a little particular, and this is one of the very few watches I have genuinely loved the look and feel of in the last 18 months. The finishing is unreal. Great to see a couple of these in the forum and I just could not resist having one of my own.

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**joe narvey** · 21st February 2020, 16:39

Seemed rude not to buy it ..

**gcleminson** · 21st February 2020, 16:52

Originally Posted by ozzyb123

I am a little particular, and this is one of the very few watches I have genuinely loved the look and feel of in the last 18 months. The finishing is unreal. Great to see a couple of these in the forum and I just could not resist having one of my own.

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Well done mate, can't wait to see what you do strap-wise :)

**ozzyb123** · 21st February 2020, 17:43

Originally Posted by gcleminson

Well done mate, can't wait to see what you do strap-wise :)

Thanks. Might go grey or blue suede, feels right in my head just cant find the right one online...

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**marius** · 21st February 2020, 22:51

Originally Posted by joe narvey

Seemed rude not to buy it ..

What is this stunner?
Not knowing much about Rolex and not that into it but this one.....oawwww
Is this the way they sold it or was blackened after?
What model is this ?
F...ing Rolex ....caught me

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**Billy4389** · 21st February 2020, 23:31

Originally Posted by Chalet

After a two year wait, it’s here!

Cannot get enough of that nice mate !

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**joe narvey** · 22nd February 2020, 08:41

Originally Posted by marius

What is this stunner?
Not knowing much about Rolex and not that into it but this one.....oawwww
Is this the way they sold it or was blackened after?
What model is this ?
F...ing Rolex ....caught me

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It’s a Yacht-master 42
Reference 226659

Dealer told me he had one last week. Having regretted not buying it this week he told me he has another, so now it’s mine.

Standard watch although they fitted the next size up strap to provide for some range as the standard size was on largest setting.

Like it a lot, might even be a keeper !

**marius** · 22nd February 2020, 14:02

Originally Posted by joe narvey

It’s a Yacht-master 42
Reference 226659

Dealer told me he had one last week. Having regretted not buying it this week he told me he has another, so now it’s mine.

Standard watch although they fitted the next size up strap to provide for some range as the standard size was on largest setting.

Like it a lot, might even be a keeper !

That just stole my heart....
Even if 42 is way too small for my gorilla wrist....keep dreaming about your watch
Is there a waiting list for these as well?
Please PM me if you ever change your mind and want to let her go

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**ryanb741** · 22nd February 2020, 15:28

I'd completely forgotten I'd ordered this until I got shipping notification come through

**Cat7** · 22nd February 2020, 15:37

New to me thanks to Steve, courtesy of Mark.
One watch you say, for me this could well be “the one”

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**waser** · 22nd February 2020, 15:47

Really happy with these two.

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**crazyp** · 22nd February 2020, 15:52

Originally Posted by ryanb741

I'd completely forgotten I'd ordered this until I got shipping notification come through

Nice Ming Ryan!

**PreacherCain** · 22nd February 2020, 16:01

Oops. More drunken eBay action, I have three incoming now: a Seiko Giugiaro “Ripley” style from Kyoto, a Mudmaster from Madrid and a new generation Arnie from London. I’m sure I’ll like at least one of them in the flesh. 😆

**marcus.furius** · 22nd February 2020, 16:56

Just arrived today. A Grand Seiko SBGR251

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**senraw** · 22nd February 2020, 17:05

Just picked this up 10 minutes ago.

Very pleased with it.

**Liner33** · 22nd February 2020, 17:45

First Vostok, the newish 3 hand "GMT" , my first Russian watch has a certain charm , quickly swapped out the bracelet for a bund but might put a Barton Canvas on it

**alfat33** · 22nd February 2020, 18:44

Originally Posted by senraw

Very pleased with it.

I’m not surprised; that’s lovely.

**senraw** · 22nd February 2020, 19:01

Originally Posted by alfat33

I’m not surprised; that’s lovely.

Thanks, it's in such great condition, plus recently serviced too, so really happy.

Just switched it over to the more aged nato below, but hoping to find a nicer strap for it.. The hunt is on! :)

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**cart3rlfc** · 22nd February 2020, 19:33

Originally Posted by Liner33

First Vostok, the newish 3 hand "GMT" , my first Russian watch has a certain charm , quickly swapped out the bracelet for a bund but might put a Barton Canvas on it

I'm tempted by this watch.
Do you mind if I ask what size wrist are you, and what's your initial impressions so far?

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**Liner33** · 22nd February 2020, 20:47

Originally Posted by cart3rlfc

I'm tempted by this watch.
Do you mind if I ask what size wrist are you, and what's your initial impressions so far?

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Think I'm about 6.5" , it looks less quirky than many Vostocks , seems really good value for money to be honest . Bracelet is pretty dire though, would look nice on a note but I cant get on with them

**Billy4389** · 22nd February 2020, 20:51

Originally Posted by Cat7

New to me thanks to Steve, courtesy of Mark.
One watch you say, for me this could well be “the one”

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That’s very nice indeed congrats lovely watch

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**chris2982** · 22nd February 2020, 20:59

Originally Posted by Kippax

New today, this will be worn for some time me thinks.

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That dial looks very nice!

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**dandanthewatchman** · 23rd February 2020, 00:56

Received this Friday and really enjoying the lightness and comfort.

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**AshUK** · 23rd February 2020, 01:29

So a Grand Seiko I had looked at was released, and when I looked at it in the daylight, just realized it wasn't for me.. fortunately they had a 'regular' (if you can call it that!) Snowflake, which I am delighted with.
Beautiful watch- well made, light, and an amazing dial. I'm now a GS fan...

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**Pupp** · 23rd February 2020, 08:15

Great pics of the Snowflake... they're not easy to photograph

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**pstruck** · 23rd February 2020, 15:27

Originally Posted by waser

Really happy with these two.

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Not surprised. I’d be very happy with just one (either one) of them.

**ozzyb123** · 23rd February 2020, 15:29

Originally Posted by ryanb741

I'd completely forgotten I'd ordered this until I got shipping notification come through

Delicious!!!

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**joe narvey** · 23rd February 2020, 16:13

Originally Posted by marius

That just stole my heart....
Even if 42 is way too small for my gorilla wrist....keep dreaming about your watch
Is there a waiting list for these as well?
Please PM me if you ever change your mind and want to let her go

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Sorry I do not know if there’’s a waiting list. I assume there is as they appear on a few websites with a premium on retail.

**joe narvey** · 23rd February 2020, 16:17

Originally Posted by dandanthewatchman

Received this Friday and really enjoying the lightness and comfort.

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What model is that and is it ceramic body?

**Peter franks** · 23rd February 2020, 19:19

Lovely watch, good choice but I'm intrigued as to which GS didn't make the cut?

Originally Posted by AshUK

So a Grand Seiko I had looked at was released, and when I looked at it in the daylight, just realized it wasn't for me.. fortunately they had a 'regular' (if you can call it that!) Snowflake, which I am delighted with.
Beautiful watch- well made, light, and an amazing dial. I'm now a GS fan...

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**sish101** · 24th February 2020, 15:29

Sunday is watch swap day, so yesterday it was out with the Tag F1 and in with the Newmark 71. This was first prize in the recent TZ charity raffle.

It looks good and wears very comfortable. The face is very easy to read and the lume can only be described as 'strong!'. I'm not sure how many of the 300 watches were sold in each combination so this black face / no date might be a rarity.

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**Ric356II** · 24th February 2020, 18:00

Originally Posted by marcus.furius

Just arrived today. A Grand Seiko SBGR251

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Congratulations, it's gorgeous.

**waser** · 24th February 2020, 19:18

Originally Posted by pstruck

Not surprised. Iâ€™d be very happy with just one (either one) of them.

Thanks. I’m seriously tempted to sell my Speedy Pro as I think it will struggle to get wrist time with these two around.

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