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Fears Arnos (Blue)vsGrand Seiko SBGW281

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Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604
SBGW281
Grand SeikoSBGW281
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
SBGW28137.3mm
Power Reserve
Arnos (Blue)40h
SBGW28172h
Water Resistance
Arnos (Blue)30m
SBGW28130m
MSRP
Arnos (Blue)$4,604
SBGW281$4,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
30.8mm
37.3mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
44.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW1000-1b
9S64
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,604
$4,900

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What people say

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

Grand Seiko SBGW281

Grand Seiko SBGW281 owners and reviewers alike praise its classic 37mm size and timeless, no-bezel design, with enthusiasts calling these manual-wind models "perfect Grand Seikos" for their thin profile, accessible price, and dial symmetry. The champagne dial is noted for its evocative, melting snow aesthetic, complemented by a gold seconds hand and a box crystal. The winding action is described as exceptionally smooth with satisfying clicky feedback, and the lug-to-lug measurement is approximately 45mm. This timepiece is splash resistant and retails for US$4,800. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGW281 for its elegant proportions and refined dial presentation.

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