In this last post of 2012, I would like to share with you my collection of classic style watches from Seiko and Orient.
Shown above is a classic style Grand Seiko GMT (SBGM003) that was purchased in 2005 IIRC. It is the watch that started this collection.
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Here’s an old G-Shock catalog that I got hold of recently. I can’t find the year printed anywhere on it but I believe this catalog is from anywhere between 1996-1998. The address found on its back cover indicates that it is a US catalog.
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This time round, I had the opportunity to handle the Orient X Subaru BRZ GT300 2012 limited edition quartz chronograph. This is a commemorative watch for Orient’s sponsorship of the SUBARU BRZ GT300, STI’s entry in Japan’s SUPER GT series.
This watch is limited to 1000 pieces. Here are some pictures.
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The Seiko Astron GPS solar watch was officially launched in Singapore on 22nd November 2012 and I had the privilege to attend the exclusive launch event hosted by Thong Sia Singapore and Add+ Creative Group at VivoCity Central Court B.
The Seiko Astron is the world’s first GPS solar watch that recognizes all 39 time zones on earth and gives you the correct timezone, time and date data wherever you are.
Here are some pictures that I took at the event.
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G-Factory Singapore launched the G-Shock 30th Anniversary models on 10th Nov 2012. I had the opportunity to handle this Mudman model which belongs to a friend.
Here are a few cellphone shots.
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Here are a few pictures of the new Styish and Smart variant, ER0200DW “Rainbow”. This is part of the Disk model series characterized by its unisex styling and colourful disk hands.
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As promised, here are some pictures of my King G-Shock, GX-56-1B. This is another big G-Shock that I like besides the Frogman.
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Saw this limited edition Seiko Golgo 13 Fieldmaster (SBDC021) at Big Time while purchasing the SBBN023. The presentation box of this watch is the same as that of the SBBN023 which I posted a few weeks ago. The SBDC021 is limited to 400 pieces whereas the SBBN023 is limited to 500 pieces.
Here are some cellphone pictures.
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I had the opportunity to handle this Orient Star Skeleton recently. This is another Orient Star that is made available to the international market after the GMT, Retrograde and Open Heart models. This watch is fitted with a hand wind movement and has a power reserve indicator at the 12 o’clock position. The second hand is located on a sub-dial above the 6 o’clock marker.
Here’s are some photos:
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