Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGH347?

At MSRP the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) is the cheaper of the two at $2,625, against $7,300 for the Grand Seiko SBGH347 — a $4,675 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGH347?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) wears larger at 39.5mm versus 37mm for the Grand Seiko SBGH347 — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGH347?

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 is rated to 100m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGH347?

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 carries a 55-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGH347?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Grand Seiko SBGH347 uses the 9S85.

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsGrand Seiko SBGH347

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

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

redcliff-39-5-date-boutique-edition-event-exclusive

MSRP $2,625

Grand Seiko SBGH347

sbgh347g

MSRP $7,300

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

SBGH34737mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

SBGH34755h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

SBGH347100m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

SBGH347$7,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

9S85

Power Reserve

40h

55h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$7,300

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What people say

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Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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Grand Seiko SBGH347

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 is lauded for its refined 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case, impressive Zaratsu polishing, and classy ice-blue dial inspired by frozen waterfalls. Its Hi-Beat 9S85 movement is a significant draw, and the framed date window is preferred over a cyclops. Reviewers note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustment or a quick-change system, and some wished the 13.3mm thickness was slightly thinner on the compact case. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH347 for its elevated finish and value, with the Hi-Beat movement being a significant draw.

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