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Seiko Presage SARX055 Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake
Seiko Presage SARX055 Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake
MLCW Collector's Take: The 'Baby Snowflake'. Titanium case and a dial that rivals the Grand Seiko Snowflake. Unbeatable value.
Seiko Presage model with the reference number SARX055. It is often nicknamed the "Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake" due to its textured, silvery-white dial that resembles the iconic Grand Seiko "Snowflake" watch.
Key Features
• Case & Bracelet: The watch is constructed from titanium with a DiaShield super-hard coating, making it significantly lighter than steel watches of a similar size, while also providing enhanced scratch resistance.
• Dial: It features a striking, textured silver-white dial, often described as having a "frosted snow" or Japanese washi paper pattern.
• Movement: It is powered by the in-house Seiko automatic caliber 6R15 movement, which has 23 jewels, a 50-hour power reserve, and features hacking and hand-winding capabilities.
• Dimensions: The case has a diameter of 40.8 mm and a relatively short lug-to-lug length of 46 mm, which makes it comfortable on a variety of wrist sizes.
• Water Resistance: The watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters (10 bar) and is protected by a flat sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!
Seiko Presage SARX055 Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake
MLCW Collector's Take: The 'Baby Snowflake'. Titanium case and a dial that rivals the Grand Seiko Snowflake. Unbeatable value.
Seiko Presage model with the reference number SARX055. It is often nicknamed the "Baby Grand Seiko Snowflake" due to its textured, silvery-white dial that resembles the iconic Grand Seiko "Snowflake" watch.
Key Features
• Case & Bracelet: The watch is constructed from titanium with a DiaShield super-hard coating, making it significantly lighter than steel watches of a similar size, while also providing enhanced scratch resistance.
• Dial: It features a striking, textured silver-white dial, often described as having a "frosted snow" or Japanese washi paper pattern.
• Movement: It is powered by the in-house Seiko automatic caliber 6R15 movement, which has 23 jewels, a 50-hour power reserve, and features hacking and hand-winding capabilities.
• Dimensions: The case has a diameter of 40.8 mm and a relatively short lug-to-lug length of 46 mm, which makes it comfortable on a variety of wrist sizes.
• Water Resistance: The watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters (10 bar) and is protected by a flat sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.
About Midlife Crisis Watches
Midlife Crisis Watches (MLCW) is, first and foremost, a collector at heart. This storefront is a personal project dedicated to moving pieces from my private collection that aren't getting the wrist time they deserve. Because this is a fun, personal endeavor rather than a large commercial enterprise, please keep the following in mind:
• Content & Pricing: While I aim for accuracy, details or prices may occasionally need updating. Please contact me directly to confirm availability or discuss the latest price.
• Pictures: These are 100% accurate. I personally photograph every single watch listed on the site.
• Straps: The watch comes as pictured ("what you see is what you get"). However, I believe the right strap makes the watch! I have a personal collection of straps and am happy to discuss substituting or adding a strap, often for a nominal fee or even for free.
• Shipping: I ship watches the way I want to receive them. Your watch will be packed in a plastic "watch coffin" for maximum crush protection, with the dial and buckle wrapped in protective film. I typically ship via FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Shipping costs are passed through to the buyer. If you have your own shipping account, I am happy to use it. Please note: Insurance is mandatory for any shipment valued over $250.
• Payment Options: I prefer PayPal, Venmo, or Bank Wire. If you are located in the Boston or New York City areas, I am also open to cash transactions and in-person pickups.
• Boxes & Papers: Because many of these pieces were sourced via JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) sellers across Asia, full retail packaging is rare. Most will arrive in a generic black Seiko box. Note that Seiko has largely stopped shipping printed product brochures to save costs and protect the environment; these can be found easily on their website.
• As-Is Condition: What you see is what you receive. All watches leave my hands in full working order. Please note that I cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or transit-damaged items once they have shipped.
• Returns: Unless explicitly agreed upon prior to the sale, I cannot accept returns. Once the watch leaves my home, the transaction is considered final.
• Transparency & Contact: I am happy to provide videos, FaceTime chats, or detailed emails for any watch. As I have a full-time job, live video calls (FaceTime) generally need to be scheduled for the evenings.
• Why Am I Selling?: I am a collector, not a flipper. I currently have over 120+ watches, and I am simply consolidating to fund the next "grail" on the list. These watches deserve to be worn, not sit in a box!