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Seiko SARX055; "Baby" GS Snowflake

Seiko SARX055; "Baby" GS Snowflake

£710.00 GBP
£710.00 GBP
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Model: SARX055

Year: April 2022

Features:

The "Baby". The popularity of the GS “Snowflake” style dial has led Seiko to create a handful of “baby” snowflake dials (to be clear, that nickname has come from Seiko collectors, not Seiko themselves!), and the SARX055 is perhaps the most popular and well known. Grand Seiko finishing, but with Seiko pricing. But make no mistake, as attention grabbing as the dial is, it’s not the only noticeably higher quality element on this watch.

The Finish. The hands and indices really shine, and I mean really shine. They aren’t billed as being Zaratsu polished (the polishing technique often reserved for Grand Seikos), but they’re doing an excellent impression of it. I’ll be posting a video of the watch next week, so be sure to check it out as I’m confident you’ll agree that the hands and indices live up to the hype.

The Crystal. The sapphire crystal is double-coated in Seiko’s “Super-Clear Coating”. It’s a proprietary formula, designed to be an upgrade of the standard anti-reflective coating. And what a noticeable upgrade it is! Or perhaps unnoticeable is a better term? The crystal just disappears.

The Case. Both the case and bracelet are solid titanium, which reduces the overall weight of the watch by around 35% (compared to other 40mm Stainless Steel Seikos using the same 6R15 movement). An impressive mix of polished and brushed elements continue to give the impression of a watch with a much higher MSRP.

Condition: Fantastic condition, and serviced by Seiko Japan just over a year ago. 

Scope: Comes with the full box and papers. 

Movement: 6R15 automatic, with a 50-hour power reserve

Dimensions:

  • Lug to Lug: 46.0mm
  • Case Width: 41.0mm
  • Case Thickness: 11.5mm
  • Lug Width: 20mm
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Are your watches authentic?

Everything we sell is 100% authentic.

All of our watches are inspected and verified for authenticity - both inside and out. We have over 15 years of sourcing and collecting rare watches in Japan, which is often considered to be one of the best markets for authentic and fully original vintage watches.

Do you ship globally?

We are based in Japan and regularly ship all over the world. We typically use FedEx and it takes:

  • 3-7 business days to reach North America
  • 3-7 business days to reach Europe
  • 3-7 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.

All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.

What condition are your watches?

Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of the watches we typically sell, the condition varies from watch to watch. However, our photos are high resolution and our descriptions are accurate. You can buy with confidence knowing there won't be any nasty surprises.

If the condition of a watch is ever misrepresented, we would offer a full refund.

Are all of your watches serviced?

Most but not all of our watches are serviced. The "Condition" section of each watch will confirm if the watch has been serviced.

All of our watches are tested by an independent watchmaker - if a service is needed, the watch will be serviced. If a service hasn't been conducted, it's because the watch itself is too new to need a service, or there is evidence of a recent service.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept payment by all major Credit Cards and Wise.com

Do I have to pay customs or taxes?

It depends on so many factors, including but not limited to the cost of the watch, the type of watch you've bought (vintage or new), and the import laws of your country. If you're unsure we recommend checking the import laws that relate to your country before ordering.

Are your watches water resistant?

Our serviced watches are typically tested to their original water resistant specifications, but we would never recommend pushing vintage or neo-vintage watches to their depth limits.

What is your returns policy?

Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of most of our watches, we do not offer returns under normal circumstances. All sales should be considered final.

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