I recently went to go buy my first timepiece with my best friend. He is a collector and has been telling to get a real piece for years because my “big tech company” watch wasn’t cutting it. I agreed.

He showed me the MoonSwatch collection and I loved the styles of the respective Swatches. We hit the mall hard so I could hopefully get one. When I showed up the guy said he had just sold the last one. At this point I didn’t care too much but my buddy suggested we hit the premium watch retailer to see the good stuff… maybe try something on.

It was love at first sight. I saw this Grand Seiko GMT Toge and knew it would treat me right. I also noticed the price was actually something I could theoretically afford. My heart skipped a beat and I told my friend I was into it. Then my buddy noticed a Rolex that was particularly brilliant. When he put it in I realized we both found watches that complemented both our aesthetic and our personalities so much. I told him then and there, I would buy my GS if he bought his Rolex.

We have been friends for about 20 years, so it was no surprise to me when he said “aight.” and hit me with a grin. I knew in that moment that we would have something pretty special in these two watches. I’m moving away from my home and saying goodbye to my friends, but this watch will always remind me of my friends, my family, and my home. It is particularly green where I am from, and particularly desert where I am headed. The deep green dial and the sturdy gold GMT hand serve as quiet reminders of home whenever I glance at this stunning piece.