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Ferro Distinct 3vsGrand Seiko SBGP015

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Distinct 3
FerroDistinct 3
MSRP $455
SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Distinct 348mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
Distinct 340h
SBGP01540h
Water Resistance
Distinct 350m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
Distinct 3$455
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
48mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.1mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Orange
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 715
9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$455
$3,800

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What people say

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Ferro Distinct 3

Owners widely praise the Ferro Distinct 3 for its improved screw-down crown and centered date complication. However, some find the watch too large, and one owner dislikes the dial for being busy, though the necessity of outer markers for single-hand legibility is noted. The flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating, and the dial has no lume. One owner received an NH35A movement instead of the advertised Miyota 9015. Overall, owners appreciate the functional improvements and specific design choices of the Ferro Distinct 3, despite some concerns about size and dial clarity.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

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