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Citizen ATTESAvsGrand Seiko SBGN027

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ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,350
SBGN027
Grand SeikoSBGN027
MSRP $3,700

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ATTESA42mm
SBGN02739mm
Power Reserve
ATTESA40h
SBGN02740h
Water Resistance
ATTESA100m
SBGN027200m
MSRP
ATTESA$1,350
SBGN027$3,700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H800
9F86
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$3,700

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What people say

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Citizen ATTESA

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Citizen ATTESA for its lightweight, durable Super Titanium construction and advanced features like solar power and radio-controlled or GPS time synchronization, making it a practical "grab and go" watch. Specific models are lauded for their stylish, tech-heavy designs, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant sapphire crystals. The Eco-Drive movements, particularly the E760 and F950, are highlighted for their perpetual calendars and impressive power reserves. However, some users find certain dials busy with redundant city names, and the finishing on hands has been noted as a weak point on one model. The titanium bracelet clasp on one version offers limited micro-adjustment, and the overall price point has been questioned by some due to perceived newness or exclusivity. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its blend of advanced technology, lightweight titanium build, and practical functionality at a competitive price.

Grand Seiko SBGN027

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGN027 for its exceptional Zaratsu polishing, compact 39mm size, and versatile monochrome aesthetic, noting its thin profile and suitability as a grab-and-go watch. The 9F quartz movement delivers highly accurate timekeeping, with one owner reporting +/- 10 seconds per year. However, some find the lume limited, the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments, and the GMT hand can be easily mistaken for the minute hand. One owner reported a black index on the bezel disappearing after a couple of months. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGN027 highly for its premium finishing and accurate HAQ GMT movement in a wearable size.

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