History/Functionality - Seiko Spring Drive Movement
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History/Functionality - Seiko Spring Drive Movement
The history and functionality of the Seiko spring drive movement .
http://www.ablogtowatch.com/history-sei ... -movement/
http://www.ablogtowatch.com/history-sei ... -movement/
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One of the most interesting articles I have read in ages Bern, so many thanks!tempusmaximus wrote:The history and functionality of the Seiko spring drive movement .
http://www.ablogtowatch.com/history-sei ... -movement/
The exploded diagram is staggering its complexity.
You really can see why these are as loved as they are. A truly different moment in a world full of variations on a theme.
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Ya buyin' one anytime soon Nick ??smegwina wrote: One of the most interesting articles I have read in ages Bern, so many thanks!
The exploded diagram is staggering its complexity.
You really can see why these are as loved as they are. A truly different moment in a world full of variations on a theme.
You could always drop one of the Bremont to make space.....
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Now Greggles, that movement ain't a patch on a Bremont trip tick case!!!!!!!reggie747 wrote:Ya buyin' one anytime soon Nick ??smegwina wrote: One of the most interesting articles I have read in ages Bern, so many thanks!
The exploded diagram is staggering its complexity.
You really can see why these are as loved as they are. A truly different moment in a world full of variations on a theme.
You could always drop one of the Bremont to make space.....
Joking aside, reading the article has certainly reawakened my interest in the 44mm GS SD diver.
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Nick I have seem mentioned elsewhere that Seiko are opening a GS Boutique in London (I think Brompton Road) in April - so a chance to go and try a few on I reckon.
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PULL, PULL, PULL !nbg wrote:Nick I have seem mentioned elsewhere that Seiko are opening a GS Boutique in London (I think Brompton Road) in April - so a chance to go and try a few on I reckon.
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A mate bought the titanium SD diver. The quality of finishing is fantastic, and watching the second hand is mesmerizing.
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smegwina wrote:reading the article has certainly reawakened my interest in the 44mm GS SD diver.
Very nice choice if you do go for one Nick
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Seeing this and looking at Richards Quartz version have really got me thinking.tempusmaximus wrote:smegwina wrote:reading the article has certainly reawakened my interest in the 44mm GS SD diver.
Very nice choice if you do go for one Nick
Trouble is Bern, I have rather a few too many divers it would have to compete with my favourite three.
I think it could possibly replace the Planet Ocean though if push came to shove.
There is also the spring drive Landmaster that I rather like.
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smegwina wrote:There is also the spring drive Landmaster that I rather like.
I likey , very nice Nick . I can see what you mean having other divers in the collection (the Rolex DSSD is awesome ) , but I think the l
Landmaster offers a completely different look , while still having the advantage of having a watch with a SD movement . I think its a good alternative to the diver Nick , worth thinking about
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Nick I don't think you are looking at this with a correct perspective!smegwina wrote:Seeing this and looking at Richards Quartz version have really got me thinking.tempusmaximus wrote:smegwina wrote:reading the article has certainly reawakened my interest in the 44mm GS SD diver.
Very nice choice if you do go for one Nick
Trouble is Bern, I have rather a few too many divers it would have to compete with my favourite three.
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Since when have you worried about watches competing with each other, before buying a new shiny trinket. You will be logging details of how often you wear each watch next. Where will it all end!
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Yes, now I know that this is not normally a concern, but I have probably 10 divers alone, never mind all the others and in all reality this is all getting a bit ridiculous.nbg wrote:Nick I don't think you are looking at this with a correct perspective!smegwina wrote:Seeing this and looking at Richards Quartz version have really got me thinking.tempusmaximus wrote:
Very nice choice if you do go for one Nick
Trouble is Bern, I have rather a few too many divers it would have to compete with my favourite three.
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Since when have you worried about watches competing with each other, before buying a new shiny trinket. You will be logging details of how often you wear each watch next. Where will it all end!
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I look at Scooter and his sub, and Guy with his one in, one out policy, and I can't help but think that they have a more healthy situation.
I tried one on a couple of years ago, and the big problem was the similarity to the DeepSea.
I shall however, certainly be paying a visit to the new GS boutique!
The whole GS scene is one that I am leaning towards more and more, and I think many others are also appreciating the astonishing quality.
Apologies Bern for derailing your thread!!!
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smegwina wrote: look at Scooter and his sub, and Guy with his one in, one out policy, and I can't help but think that they have a more healthy situation.
A very healthy situation , I must admit Is that where you would like to be Nick ? To be honest mate I didn't think you had 10 divers But can see your dilemma I think the Landmaster would fit in nicely IMVHO . I think if your leaning toward a GS , it could be a wise choice .
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Until I can afford a Spring Drive, my Bulova Precisionist will have to do. The sweep is just, as you say, mesmerizing. (Not my video)Lavaine wrote:....watching the second hand is mesmerizing.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTI1qGxu ... u.be&t=47s[/youtube]
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