Re: MM600 , Spring Drive - SBDB001J1
The SBDB 001 is not everyone's cup of tea. Takes a lot of getting used to and does not seem like it has the easiest strap combo. Match that to the Spring drive 5R66 movement, pure mechanicalist will frown upon them. IMHO it looks good and def looks chunky and intimidating. So a plus for Seiko plus it's got a rarity in its shoes.
GS divers ooze classic in all respects and again because of the spring drive, a turn off for the mechanicalist. But the designs are a joy to look at. And using a 9R65 would provide similar entertainment to the GS that uses the same movement. Not sure if price is worth more than the SBDB001. (that's personal)
The SBDX001 at its price point seems most attractive though some complain about not having enough oomph, sits a tad tall etc. but ultimately, a solid movement and proce point for an 'entry' level GS undecorated movement. Hence being the most affordable of the bunch & favorite. And if you own one, it's begs the question of is it worth upgrading to the SBDB001? (unless you can find a Pre loved one at a decent price) Good thing is that it's a pure mechanical and frankly, a joy to a lot of owners. In that sense best bang for buck and Seiko lovers are known for this fact VFM :D
Thing is I didn't like the look of the SBDB001 initially but the design etc has grown on me tho' the dough to cough up one of these is still ehem... Being coughed at to justify making the purchase for a chunk of fierce looking titanium! :geek:
