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Ikepod Chronopod C006vsGrand Seiko SBGX359

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Chronopod C006
IkepodChronopod C006
MSRP $853
SBGX359
Grand SeikoSBGX359

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00644mm
SBGX35933mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00640h
SBGX35940h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00650m
SBGX359100m
MSRP
Chronopod C006$853
SBGX359

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
33mm
Thickness
12mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
9F51

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C006

Owners widely appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C006's exceptional case finishing and dial depth, with some welcoming its Newson-esque design and smooth, lugless case that wears smaller than its 44mm size. Reviewers note the well-designed quartz chronograph offers good value, though one owner found the dial too dark and another felt the price was ridiculous given the quartz movement. Opinions are split on the design, with some finding it polarizing and "nerdy" while others embrace its quirky aesthetic.

Grand Seiko SBGX359

The Grand Seiko SBGX359 is lauded for its technically advanced 9F51 quartz movement, enabling a compact 33mm x 9.1mm stainless steel case and offering ±10 seconds per year accuracy. Reviewers highlight the refined finishing of its Snowflake dial and 100 meters of water resistance. However, it comes with a US$3,200 price tag, representing a $500 increase over prior 9F models. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGX359 for its compact dimensions and precise quartz movement at the specified price point.

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