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Citizen Series 8 831vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Series 8 831
CitizenSeries 8 831
MSRP $1,095
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 83140mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 83142h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Series 8 831100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Series 8 831$1,095
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9051
9S66
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$6,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Series 8 831

Owners widely praise the Citizen Series 8 831 for its finishing, with one owner noting it exceeded expectations. Reviewers highlight the textured Ice Blue dial and the bracelet's play of light, contributing to a comfortable and luxurious feel on the wrist. The watch features a 40mm ion-plated stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal, and 100 meters of water resistance. It is powered by the in-house Miyota Caliber 9051 automatic movement, which has a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +20 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Series 8 831 highly for its impressive finishing and dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing, with its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces, is a notable strength. The 40mm case size and comfortable fit are also consistently mentioned. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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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