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NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep bluevsGrand Seiko SBGW257

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Lambda deep blue
NOMOS GlashütteLambda deep blue
MSRP $26,600
SBGW257
Grand SeikoSBGW257
MSRP $38,000

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lambda deep blue42mm
SBGW25738mm
Power Reserve
Lambda deep blue84 hoursh
SBGW25772h
Water Resistance
Lambda deep blue30m
SBGW25730m
MSRP
Lambda deep blue$26,600
SBGW257$38,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
9mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.6mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
White Gold
Platinum
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 1001
9S64
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
84 hoursh
72h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$26,600
$38,000

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue

The NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue is praised for its haute horology aesthetics, gorgeous movement, and striking handset, with one owner finding its 13,800 € price well worth it for the full gold case, large power reserve display, and hand-engraved movement. However, reviewers note its high-gloss enamel dial can be reflective, and some owners find its 42mm size wears large due to the thin bezel and dial proportion, while its price is considered steep by some. Opinions are split on the large power reserve display, with some finding it "weird" and others appreciating its "steampunk vibes." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue for its impressive movement and unique aesthetic, though its size and price are points of consideration.

Grand Seiko SBGW257

The Grand Seiko SBGW257 is a platinum dress watch praised for its refined, subtle luxury and classic design. Reviewers highlight its 38mm diameter and 10.9mm thickness as near-perfect sizing for a dress watch. The watch features an 18k white gold dial with a sunray-brushed silver finish and gold hour markers, complemented by a refined application of the Grand Seiko wordmark. It is powered by the manual-wind Caliber 9S64 movement, offering a 72-hour power reserve and an accuracy rating of +5 to -3 seconds per day. The Grand Seiko SBGW257 is priced at €39,000. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGW257 for its exquisite finishing and classic proportions, embodying a quiet luxury.

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