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Grand Seiko Steps Into The Future With New Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB001 And SLGB003

✓ Introducing the Grand Seiko Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB001 and SLGB003 ✓ The next step in Spring Drive technology is here ✓ Check it out! ✓

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They’re calling it ultra fine accuracy Spring Drive, rating it at 20 SPY…so, as I say, not HAQ per forum specs, but a big step up from ~ 10 SPM. And no battery, no solar. This version is an automatic, with a 72 hour PR.

The new movement (9RB2) is also smaller, so the 2 references (SLBG001 is a platinum LE at the “if you have to ask the price…

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New chrono with only small seconds sub-dial ?

I absolutely love Damasco’s central minute chonographs.

The sleek, clean lines with no sub dials on a chrono at all is very impressive.

But it would be nice to have something visibly “running” like a small seconds hand.

2 of the 3 sub-dials on the existing chronos are effectively worthless. Who needs an indicator of day/night when its not even a GMT ? And who times a 12 hr event with an analog chrono ? Besides, half of their watches with sub-dials even have a bezel that could be used to…

New chrono with only small seconds sub-dial ?

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Grand Seiko FINALLY Has Micro Adjust…..and UFA!

Welp! It looks like the rumors were true – GS is coming out with what appears to be an awesome bracelet featuring a micro-adjustment system. The only downside is that, for now, it’s just one bracelet and it’s made of titanium.

On another note, the new Spring Drive looks great and boasts “ultra-fine accuracy.” Honestly, I don’t see a reason to upgrade if you already own a Spring Drive, but it’s pretty cool if you’re in the market for a new watch and get an even more accurate Spring Drive…

Grand Seiko FINALLY Has Micro Adjust…..and UFA!

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1954 Rolex Oyster Perpetual ‘Bombé’ Ref. 6090 18K Gold

For sale is an exceptional 1954 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bombé Ref. 6090 in 18K yellow gold, a rare vintage gem from Rolex’s mid-century lineup. Asking $5,200 — a fantastic opportunity for collectors or enthusiasts looking for something unusual from the storied brand.

Watch Details:

  • Brand: Rolex
  • Model: Oyster Perpetual Bombé Ref. 6090
  • Year: 1954
  • Case: 33.5mm, 18K yellow gold with distinctive Bombé lugs
  • Movement:…

1954 Rolex Oyster Perpetual ‘Bombé’ Ref. 6090 18K Gold

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