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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Quartz
MSRP $1,000
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz41mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz40h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz60m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz$1,000
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
60m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
9R02
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000

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What people say

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Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz is widely praised for its highly accurate Swiss Made ETA F06.412 PreciDrive movement, with stated accuracy of ±10 seconds per year, and its constant low-light visibility from self-illuminating tritium tubes. Owners find the watch comfortable and impressive, noting its 41mm sandblasted steel case with an asymmetrical design, bi-directional GMT bezel with excellent action, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance with a screw-down crown. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Quartz highly for its robust tool watch design and exceptional accuracy at its price point.

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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