Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

At MSRP the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) is the cheaper of the two at $2,625, against $4,100 for the Grand Seiko SBGX355 — a $1,475 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) wears larger at 39.5mm versus 37mm for the Grand Seiko SBGX355 — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is rated to 100m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGX355?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) runs a automatic caliber (La Joux-Perret G101), while the Grand Seiko SBGX355 runs a quartz (9F62).

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsGrand Seiko SBGX355

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 SBGX355

sbgx355g

MSRP $4,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

SBGX35537mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

SBGX35540h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

SBGX355100m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

SBGX355$4,100

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

9F62

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$4,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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 SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

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