The "Grand Seiko 45GS" that arrived today is the fourth generation of hand-wound models that have continued since the first generation.
It is a masterpiece that was the first Grand Seiko to adopt a hand-wound high-beat movement.
The Grand Seiko, affectionately known as the 45GS,
is also famous for its wide variety of design variations.
Among the various designs, the case design with its unique "Seiko Style" is particularly popular,
and it is a point where you can feel the essence of Seiko that has influenced many products up to the current models.
Movements also progressed to various high-beat versions,
starting with the Lord Marvel 36000, high-beat movements were gradually adopted,
and Seiko began producing watches with world-class accuracy.
However, the era saw the rise of quartz watches, and the demand for mechanical watches declined,
leading to the bankruptcy and consolidation of many watch brands, including those in Switzerland.
While we have overcome such times and reached the present,
watch designs and movements often reflect the historical context of their era,
and uncovering this is also part of the appeal of vintage watches.
Today, Grand Seiko is a luxury item loved not only in Japan but around the world,
but until the 2010s, it was a niche item enjoyed by a select few watch enthusiasts.
However, looking at it now, there are only a handful of watch brands that could produce such high-precision watches in the same era,
and even fewer brands that manufactured not only the movements but also the exteriors in-house.
Over time, Grand Seiko and many other Japanese watches have received proper recognition worldwide,
and their popularity and prices have soared.
As a result, it is a fact that they are no longer as easily affordable as before.
However, there are still items that respect originality and can be acquired at a lower price than the market value,
and this time, we were blessed with such a wonderful opportunity.
Although there is some slight damage to the dial, the exterior features a non-polished case with various original parts.
This particular 45GS, which has seen the most significant price increase recently, is in excellent condition,
and opportunities for similar items are likely to be limited in the future.
The 45GS, which I personally cherish, is not just a Seiko,
but a superb product that achieved world-class accuracy and durability.
You will surely be impressed that this was created half a century ago.
Since the birth of Grand Seiko in 1960,
the highest quality watches have consistently been in the lineup,
and you can fully experience that high quality even in vintage models.
What is truly essential for a watch.
The 45GS, which embodies this, is a watch you "must own."
