I often hear people say why pay so much for a Lexus after all it's a Toyota should instead pay for a European car. So I'd like to ask is it worth paying good money for a "high-end" Seiko watch as in the Grand Seiko.
Forget about resale value assume you're not selling it, may I ask: if this is worth the money ; reliability ; after sales service ; perception etc
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Dollar for dollar, the Grand Seiko is a superior piece of craftsmanship and horology to the Rolex. And it's still cheaper than the average stainless steel Rolex.
Even on a high-end Rolex, occasional blemishes and slightly misplaced markers can be seen on the dial. The Grand Rolex case, dial and bracelet is perfectly finished. The Zaratsu (samurai blade) hand-polishing is second to none; not even a Patek or Lange comes close. The entire movement is hand-assembled. Every part (movement, case, dial, bracelet) is made in-house.
As for accuracy, the Hi-Beat is regulated to specs tighter than an official Swiss Chronometer: +4 to -2 sec per day. (COSC: +6/-4; Rolex +5/-2).
Only drawback is the resale value - people still see a GS as a mass-market beater Seiko. But trust me, once you own a GS, you won't sell it.
