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Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsGrand Seiko SBGV245

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Date Boutique Edition (event)
FearsDate Boutique Edition (event)
MSRP $2,625
SBGV245
Grand SeikoSBGV245
MSRP $3,000

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm
SBGV24540mm
Power Reserve
Date Boutique Edition (event)40h
SBGV24540h
Water Resistance
Date Boutique Edition (event)15m
SBGV245200m
MSRP
Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625
SBGV245$3,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
20mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.95mm
47.1mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
15m
200m

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
9F82
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,625
$3,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV245

Grand Seiko SBGV245 owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing with mixed polishing and brushing, faceted indices, sharp hands, and matte dial, noting its robust tool-watch specifications including 200m water resistance, anti-magnetism, and Lumibrite. The 9F82 quartz movement is lauded for its precision, accurate to +/- 10 seconds per year, offering a refined, set-it-and-forget-it experience with carefree maintenance. Some owners report the Zaratsu polished surfaces and sharp bezel are prone to dings and scratches, and one notes the second hand does not perfectly align with the markers. This JDM-exclusive Grand Seiko SBGV245 is rarely available and commands a high price even on the resale market. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV245 highly for its exceptional finishing and technical innovation at a competitive price point.

From video reviewers

The 9F Quartz movement is a high-precision quartz movement with a 50-year lifespan. The watch's exceptional finishing is another level, with reviewers praising its high-quality craftsmanship. The watch's lug width of 20mm might be a drawback for those with smaller wrists or limited strap options, and the lume brightness is somewhat lacking.

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