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Ikepod Seapod S002vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Seapod S002
IkepodSeapod S002
MSRP $1,458
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00246mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00240h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Seapod S002200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Seapod S002$1,458
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
46mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.6mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$6,100

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S002

The Ikepod Seapod S002 is praised for its unique pebble-shaped, lugless case design and appealing dial aesthetics, with one reviewer noting the bezel is easy to manipulate despite lacking knurling. It is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement offering a 42-hour power reserve and a 200m depth rating. Some owners find the case bulbous and prefer a neater wear, while reviewers flag weak lume and glare from the curved sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Ikepod Seapod S002 a successful, enthusiast-oriented watch for its price, largely due to its distinctive design and appealing face.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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