The "Grand Seiko First" that arrived today features a rare carved dial.
It is the pinnacle of Japanese-made watches, embodying the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.
Grand Seiko was founded in 1960 with the aim of producing the highest quality Japanese-made watches, regardless of cost.
The meticulous design and manufacturing of not only the movement's precision and durability but also the exterior and individual components,
result in a quality that rivals not only other Japanese watches but also imported timepieces.
This year marks 66 years since Grand Seiko's birth,
and it now enjoys a very high reputation not only in Japan but also overseas,
Its distinctive watches are counted among the top luxury watch brands.
This particular piece features the so-called "carved dial," seen until mid-1961.
The Grand Seiko logo is directly carved into the dial, a fine detail characteristic of Japanese craftsmanship.
There are roughly three types of Grand Seiko logos:
The printed dial from early 1960, the carved dial from 1960 to mid-1961,
and the applied logo dial from mid-1961 until production ceased in 1963.
The carved dial, which embodies the essence of Japan's finest models, is a highly sought-after item.
The indices on the milky white dial use precious metals,
and pieces with a mark at the 6 o'clock position to signify this are called "special dials,"
proving them to be top-grade products.
Each part was assembled with the highest quality materials available at the time,
and you can tell from the watch that it was manufactured with the culmination of Seiko's technology.
The watch's case size is 35mm in diameter,
a perfect fit for the average Japanese wrist size.
Grand Seiko not only meticulously designs the case size,
but also the curvature of the case back, the thickness of the mid-case,
and even the angle of the lugs,
providing the best possible fit when worn.
It is truly a top-class Japanese-made model,
and undoubtedly a watch worthy of being called a lifelong possession.
In recent years, its reputation has rapidly soared not only in Japan but also overseas,
and the presence of watch collectors, especially those focused on Seiko, is very prominent,
leading to well-preserved pieces flowing out of Japan.
In Japan, there is an unavoidable tendency to highly value flashy imported goods,
but I believe the natural state of things is to most highly value Japanese products.
What receives high praise overseas becomes popular in Japan...
This trend is certainly noticeable with vintage Grand Seiko models.
While this situation feels a little sad,
you can still acquire wonderful Japanese-made pieces in good condition.
This particular piece is not only rare but also boasts excellent condition, something we are confident about.
Anyone who loves watches is sure to feel a connection to it.
I believe you are the one who should own this watch.
