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Ferro Distinct 2vsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Distinct 2
FerroDistinct 2
MSRP $445
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Distinct 244mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Distinct 240h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Distinct 250m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Distinct 2$445
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$445

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What people say

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Ferro Distinct 2

The Ferro Distinct 2 is noted for its well-polished finish and a screw-down crown for improved grip. One owner reports the flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating and the dial has no lume. The watch is available with quartz Ronda, Miyota automatic, or ETA automatic movements and features a 100m water-resistant stainless steel case. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ferro Distinct 2's improved finishing and practical screw-down crown as key strengths.

Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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