... that this whole thing is subjective.
To evaluate the watch, in all simplicity, there are three points - outside (case, design), inside (movement) and the passion/philosophy of the people behind it. Well, at least there are, to me. And certain brands/independents have followers because they like these three, particularly the last one - passion/philosophy, I think.
So, I think it is just that one of Seiko's way to express its passion and philosophy is this manufacturing process. Everybody has favorite brands or independents, while everybody has not-so-favorite brands or even hates some. Like Nico said, this is all subjective.... Different religion, different creed, different people - I don't get MANY things, either. But the variety or diversification is what makes the world we live in and the world of horology interesting. After all, with all the differences, people are people (anyone remember Depeche Mode?)....
Best,
Ken