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Makydo Mystic BluevsGrand Seiko SLGA009

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
SLGA009
Grand SeikoSLGA009
MSRP $9,800

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
SLGA00940mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
SLGA009120h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
SLGA009100m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
SLGA009$9,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
Lug Width
27mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9RA2
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,800

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What people say

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Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

Grand Seiko SLGA009

The Grand Seiko SLGA009 "White Birch II" is praised for its Spring Drive Caliber 9RA2 movement, offering exceptional accuracy of ±0.5 seconds per day and a 120-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its refined dial texture, inspired by Shinshu forests, and the Series 9 design with a frost-finished movement. The watch features a 40mm stainless steel case and a power reserve indicator on the movement bridge. However, its price of $8,600 to $9,100 USD is noted as relatively expensive, reflecting Grand Seiko's increasing price points. Overall, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SLGA009 a highly refined timepiece, with its advanced Spring Drive movement and aesthetic improvements being key strengths.

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