I was looking for a watch to mark an event, Grand Seiko was not on the "short list" but there you go, when I put it on my wrist, I said to myself: "this is it". There is always a subjective side to choosing a watch, specific to each person, then there is the objective side and when you look at it closely, this GS is wow! An incredible dial with a Mount Iwate motif, indexes, dauphine hands and a "multi-faceted" date window, a case shaped by the incredible Zaratsu polishing, a movement whose heart beats at 36,000 vibrations with a 55-hour power reserve, etc.
So why isn't it perfect? It's probably a little too "clean", "clinical", its bracelet has no fine adjustment (not very practical in summer) and finally no quick date adjustment and that's a pain!!
In conclusion, Grand Seiko is very serious, and I love it! Moreover, they have not increased their prices for several years, which is very very rare, isn't it...


This GS SBGJ201 is almost perfect...

I acquired this reverso (ref: 270.8.62) a few months ago, I had been dreaming of it for a long time, why? I like its sobriety, its timeless design which is different for me from the usual codes found in watchmaking. A real pleasure to wear, light, discreet and what class! In addition, these blue hands offer a very nice contrast with the white dial and therefore a beautiful readability. In short, I am won over and if there were to be only one left, maybe...

My reverso, absolute class!

I have had this watch for many years, it comes from my grandfather who I have always known with it. I "abandoned" it for more than 20 years in a drawer until the day I said to myself "it must be resurrected". 10 turns of the crown and there it goes again!! I removed its steel bracelet (you know the one that pulls out the hairs), mounted this slightly tired alligator removed from my reverso and now I enjoy from time to time this watch marked by its old age and the "un" reliable materials of the 50s-60s or 70s, to tell the truth, I can not date it, in short it is in its original condition ... You can see on the photos that the case subjected to the acidity of perspiration in particular has completely lost pieces of material. I love its dial with its aged tritium and its particular brand logo. Then, it reminds me of childhood memories and that is priceless! A concentrate of emotion ...

My antique Venus has a crazy charm!

I immediately fell in love with this "Bucherer bronze". I have always been attracted to this "living" material that becomes unique depending on how it is worn. I quickly immersed it in sea water. We are still on a bronze that does not develop a patina (the brand's intention). In addition, I noticed that this material does not mark too much (scratches and shocks), less than steel, which is nice for a "tool watch". On the other hand, be careful, we are on 43mm and the beast is imposing, thick too, especially on the Nato, to take into account if it catches your eye...


Tudor Bucherer "Bronzo"

An Icon? Without a doubt, it is to watches what the Porsche 911 is to cars, a legend. Some hate it because it's a Rolex, but how can you resist its sleek, simple, no-frills style: 3 hands, a black dial, indexes, a unidirectional bezel and that's it!
I've had this 114060 for almost 10 years and I've never gotten tired of it. It's precise, reliable, it can do almost anything, you can take it to the ends of the earth, it will always tell you the time.
Personally, I prefer the Sub to the Sub date, I find it more balanced, more sober, I also prefer it to the 5-digit models which are less qualitative for me, even if I like these tritium dials patinated by time.
It's just a shame that it has become a simple product of speculation for many...

The Submariner, a legend!

First of all, you have to earn it! It earned me a return trip to London on a Saturday in February, but admit it, there are worse... We are familiar with the Black Bay from Tudor, a watch that for me put the brand back on the watchmaking scene. This B.B ticks a lot of boxes and in this livery with a green "Harrods" bezel and "gilt" dial that gives it all its charm, it is irresistible! A movement with a precision worthy of a Rolex, robust and reliable. The only flaw I find? A slightly imposing size, 41mm and a certain thickness especially with the Nato. For me, it would have been perfect in 39mm. But it remains a small detail that is quickly forgotten when you have it on your wrist...

My TUDOR Black Bay Harrods has everything a...great one needs

This Yema allowed me to add a "little French girl" to my collection, yes! a bit of chauvinism. We no longer present the Superman, its legendary bezel lock (I'm not a diver, but not sure that it's very practical...). This limited series launched on Kickstarter offered the possibility of buying it at a "reasonable" price, moreover, it combines many assets: new Yema 3000 movement, water-resistant to 300m, GMT complication, date. In short, the ultimate travel tool watch with the added charm of bronze and its unique patina. I chose the 39mm model (you could buy it in 41) and I don't regret it for 2 reasons: Identical to the original Superman and it fits all wrists, including mine (17cm).

Yes Superman GMT Bronze

The story of Grand Seiko is closely linked to that of <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/seiko">Seiko</a>, the famous Japanese watch brand. However, Grand Seiko has a distinct identity as Seiko's premium division, focusing on watchmaking excellence, precision and refined aesthetics. Since its beginnings, Grand Seiko has strived to compete with the best Swiss watch brands, embodying Japanese know-how and developing its own vision of luxury watchmaking.
<h2 dir="ltr">History of Grand Seiko</h2>
The story of Grand Seiko dates back to the late 1950s, when <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/seiko">Seiko</a> decided to create a line of high-end watches to compete with renowned Swiss brands. The goal was to design and manufacture watches that met the highest standards of precision, durability and finish.
In 1960, Grand Seiko was officially launched, with the introduction of the Grand Seiko "First" model. This watch was equipped with a manual mechanical movement and was distinguished by its exceptional precision and readability. The dial features a distinctive logo, &ldquo;GS&rdquo;, which will become emblematic of the brand. The first Grand Seiko models were received with praise, not only in Japan, but also abroad. The watches were particularly valued for their unparalleled precision, reliability and clean aesthetic. Grand Seiko quickly gained a reputation for watchmaking excellence, rivaling established Swiss brands.
Over the decades, Grand Seiko has continued to innovate and improve its watches. The brand introduced high-precision quartz movements in the 1970s, which were considered the most precise in the world at the time. However, Grand Seiko has always maintained its commitment to mechanical movements, developing sophisticated calibers with complications such as chronographs, minute repeaters and tourbillons.
In the 1990s, Grand Seiko faced challenges due to the growing popularity of quartz watches and the decline of interest in mechanical watches. However, the brand has continued to produce high quality watches with meticulous attention to detail and precision, cementing its reputation for watchmaking excellence.&nbsp;At the turn of the 21st century, Grand Seiko experienced a renaissance. The brand was reintroduced to the international market, with particular attention given to the United States and Europe. Grand Seiko watches were now presented as luxury products, with distinctive designs and high-end finishes.
The Grand Seiko line has also diversified with the introduction of collections such as the Grand Seiko Heritage, Grand Seiko Elegance, Grand Seiko Sport and Grand Seiko Nature of Time. Each collection offers a diversity of styles and features to meet the tastes and needs of watch enthusiasts around the world.
Over the past few years, Grand Seiko has consolidated its position as an internationally recognized luxury watch brand. Grand Seiko watches are made at the Shinshu Studio factory, located in the mountains of Japan, where master craftsmen are committed to creating watches of exceptional quality. Each watch is assembled by hand and undergoes careful checks to guarantee its precision and reliability.
The constant pursuit of watchmaking perfection is a key characteristic of Grand Seiko. The brand has developed innovative technologies, such as Grand Seiko's alloy spring movement and Zaratsu polishing, which gives the cases an impeccable mirror-polished finish. These advances demonstrate the brand's commitment to innovation and superior quality.
Grand Seiko has also been recognized for its distinctive design, combining elegance and functionality. Watches often feature sleek dials with precise indexes and hands, providing exceptional readability. The cases are designed with balanced lines and highly polished finishes, adding a touch of sophistication to each model.
The Grand Seiko watch has become a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship and watchmaking excellence. The brand is proud of its motto "The Nature of Time", which reflects the deep connection between nature, time and the creation of each watch. This philosophy is reflected in dials inspired by nature, such as the Mount Iwate motif or the dials of the "Snowflake" series, which recall the beauty and purity of Japanese landscapes.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does a Grand Seiko watch cost?</h2>
Prices for new Grand Seikos change regularly and vary depending on the model. Most cost between $7,000 and $9,000 depending on the models and finishes. A Grand Seiko Spring Drive begins at $5,000, while a Grand Seiko Kodo Constant-force Tourbillon (limited to 20 pieces) costs no less than $370,000. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a less expensive Grand Seiko.
<h2 dir="ltr">Grand Seiko: The discretion of luxury Japanese watchmaking</h2>
In summary, the story of Grand Seiko is that of a Japanese watch brand which has established itself as a major player in the world of luxury watchmaking. With its commitment to watchmaking excellence, unparalleled precision and refined aesthetics, Grand Seiko has captivated watch enthusiasts around the world.
To choose the Grand Seiko model that best suits you, the Dialicious owners&rsquo; reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating different models through real customer experience. Check out the <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_luxury_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Luxury watch brands</a>, including Grand Seiko.
(Updated January 2024)

First of all, Grand Seiko is the only brand in my collection that is not Swiss, is it the fault of the marketing of the big watchmaking houses? Probably. After some time of reflection on less "classic" brands and in search of something exceptional, my interest had initially turned to brands like Glashütte Original and Blancpain, without having a specific model in mind, although the idea of a green dial had remained in my head. So I decided to broaden my field of vision to Japan (probably helped by a famous episode of Duel Time!). A bit by chance, I came across this model, and there was no room for doubt! It was the right one! Refined, silent, subtle, with an unmatched level of interior and exterior finishes, this watch ticks all the boxes that interest me today in my watchmaking journey. Nothing is left to chance, without falling into the superfluous. This watch has all the characteristics of a dress watch, but offers such a range of colors that we are tempted to wear it in a more sporty version. There is no doubt, the emotion is there; having a Grand Seiko on the wrist is truly exceptional. One question remains: does the Grand Seiko brand suffer from the brand image associated with its sister brand? Or is it a deliberate and assumed choice of the Japanese brand which thus, targets above all the "connoisseurs"? In the end it does not matter, with its finishes close to fine watchmaking, Grand Seiko outperforms the brands that are placed in the same price range. We cannot therefore speak of competition...

Grand Seiko SBGJ G Shunbun: The most captivating of all!

This Grand Seiko is comparable to a masterpiece. I have always been attracted to GS dials, but here they have surpassed themselves every time I look at it I discover new MAGNIFICENT details I am lucky to have Grand Seikos like the Shunbun, but I have always regretted the luminous in the hands, here I have the solution at night it is a different watch the crown turns on both sides it is my biggest watch yet I have small wrists but it works great I let you judge! Oh yes I forgot, 2000 pieces including one in France for sure

An eye-catching watch

Here is a very special Grand Seiko, which shows the other face of the famous manufacturer. A watch reserved for the rare Japanese "Master Shop".

Here the elegance that characterizes the brand's consumer models is replaced by another DNA, that of performance and 21st century technology. We start with the materials used, with a titanium and blue ceramic case, just like the two-tone bracelet, for a unique rendering, a featherweight, and a solidity without equal in modern watchmaking.
Then we lay our eyes on the dial, and there, new surprise. Large Arabic numerals in a very geometric font, a embossed pattern full of relief, large indices with a lot of luminescence. We are definitely on a sporty model without compromise.
Then we notice the dauphine hands, very thin and slender, with the usual charm of Grand Seiko and an immaculate polish, and we breathe a little more tranquility.
The 44mm diameter GMT bezel seems to belong directly to the rest of the case and fits superbly into this very light and readable sports watch. The crown benefits from a very special treatment with a recess in a particularly ergonomic titanium support that moves it away from the wrist for increased comfort and protection.
The whole thing is enhanced by a 5Hz high-frequency movement whose components have been manufactured using proprietary MEMS technology guaranteeing tiny tolerances. This is what Grand Seiko can offer at its best, it is simply incomparable to the rest of modern watchmaking productions.

I add that the watch goes very well with different types of bracelets, it has very rarely left my wrist since its acquisition.

A UFO at Grand Seiko

La marque Ollech &amp; Wajs a &eacute;t&eacute; cr&eacute;&eacute;e en 1956 par Joseph Ollech et Albert Wajs &agrave; Zurich en Suisse. Albert &eacute;tait charg&eacute; de la conception, de l&rsquo;ing&eacute;nierie et de la fabrication des montres, tandis que Joseph s&rsquo;occupait du marketing et de la vente au d&eacute;tail. Avant de cr&eacute;er leur propre montres sous la marque Ollech &amp; Wajs, ils ont commenc&eacute; leur activit&eacute; en 1954 en fabriquant des bracelets en acier pour d&rsquo;autres marques.
La marque est connue pour avoir distribu&eacute; des montres &agrave; des unit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;arm&eacute;e am&eacute;ricaine pendant la guerre du Vietnam et pour avoir gagn&eacute; sa renomm&eacute;e aupr&egrave;s des plongeurs et pilotes du monde entier.
Apr&egrave;s 12 ans de n&eacute;gociation et apr&egrave;s avoir &eacute;t&eacute; son distributeur pour le march&eacute; fran&ccedil;ais, en 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, un passionn&eacute; d&rsquo;horlogerie, rach&egrave;te la marque. La gamme actuelle comprend des mod&egrave;les comme la Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 et la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000">Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, la <a title="Page Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph" href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph">Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> et la Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.
<h2>Combien co&ucirc;te une montre Ollech &amp; Wajs ?</h2>
Les prix des montres Ollech &amp; Wajs &eacute;voluent et diff&egrave;rent selon les mod&egrave;les. La plupart co&ucirc;tent entre CHF 1,500 et CHF 2,000 selon les mod&egrave;les et les finitions. Comptez CHF 1,456 pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI et pr&egrave;s de CHF 2,300 pour une Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronographe. Le march&eacute; de l'occasion est &eacute;galement une opportunit&eacute; &agrave; regarder pour acheter une Ollech &amp; Wajs moins ch&egrave;re. Les mod&egrave;les Vintage notamment les Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron et&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron">Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, sont tr&egrave;s pris&eacute;es des collectionneurs et ils convient de bien se renseigner sur le vendeur avant de franchir le pas de l'acquisition d'une vintage.
Ollech &amp; Wajs est une marque de montres ind&eacute;pendante et produit plusieurs centaines de montres par an, tous mod&egrave;les confondus. Pour choisir une Ollech &amp; Wajs qui vous correspond le mieux,&nbsp;les avis clients Dialicious sont une pr&eacute;cieuse ressource pour &eacute;valuer chacun des diff&eacute;rents mod&egrave;les &agrave; travers l'exp&eacute;rience r&eacute;elle des clients.
Consultez le <a href="https://www.dialicious.com/top/les_meilleures_marques_de_montres_suisses">Classement des meilleures marques de montres suisses</a> dont Ollech &amp; Wajs fait partie.
(Mise &agrave; jour Octobre 2024)

The brand Ollech &amp; Wajs was created in 1956 by Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs in Zurich, Switzerland. Albert was responsible for the design, engineering and manufacturing of the watches, while Joseph handled marketing and retail sales. Before creating their own watches under the brand Ollech &amp; Wajs, they started their business in 1954 making steel bracelets for other brands.
The brand is known for distributing watches to units of the American army during the Vietnam War and for having earned its reputation among divers and pilots around the world.
After 12 years of negotiations and after having been its distributor for the French market, in 2017, Charles Le Menestrel, a watchmaking enthusiast, bought the brand. The current range includes models like the Ollech &amp; Wajs P-101 and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/p-104">Ollech &amp; Wajs P-104</a>, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/c-1000">Ollech &amp; Wajs C-1000</a>, the<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/ocean_graph"> Ollech &amp; Wajs Ocean Graph</a> and the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron.
<h2 dir="ltr">How much does an Ollech &amp; Wajs watch cost?</h2>
The prices of Ollech &amp; Wajs watches change and differ depending on the model. Most cost between CHF 1,500 and CHF 2,000 depending on the models and finishes. Expect to pay CHF 1,456 for an Ollech &amp; Wajs 350CI and close to CHF 2,300 for an Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron Chronograph. The second-hand market is also an opportunity to look at to buy a cheaper Ollech &amp; Wajs. Vintage models including the Ollech &amp; Wajs Navichron and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/ollech_&amp;_wajs/astrochron">Ollech &amp; Wajs Astrochron</a>, are very popular with collectors and they should find out about the seller before taking the step of purchasing a vintage one.
Ollech &amp; Wajs is an independent watch brand and produces several hundred watches per year, all models combined. To choose an Ollech &amp; Wajs that best suits you, Dialicious owners' reviews are a valuable resource for evaluating each of the different models through real owner experience.
Consult the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dialicious.com/en/top/the_best_swiss_watch_brands">Ranking of the best Swiss watch brands</a> of which Ollech &amp; Wajs is part.
(Updated October 2024)

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