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Sartory Billard SB04vsGrand Seiko SBGA469

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SB04
Sartory BillardSB04
MSRP $2,900
SBGA469
Grand SeikoSBGA469
MSRP $5,600

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0440mm
SBGA46941mm
Power Reserve
SB0440h
SBGA46972h
Water Resistance
SB0430m
SBGA469100m
MSRP
SB04$2,900
SBGA469$5,600

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
49mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP G100
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$5,600

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB04

The dial's textured finish and color shift are highlighted as a key strength. The bracelet's perceived lack of refinement and end-link fit are noted as a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the case size, with mentions of 35.9mm and 40mm.

Grand Seiko SBGA469

The Grand Seiko SBGA469 is widely praised for its textured indigo dial, described as cobalt with exceptional depth and a subtle "rock pattern" evoking Katsuiro indigo, which some find more appealing than a plain blue. Owners appreciate the Zaratsu polished stainless steel case and the practical, albeit divisive, power reserve indicator. The watch measures 41mm with a 49mm lug-to-lug, making it suitable for smaller wrists. It houses the Spring Drive Caliber 9R65, offering 72 hours of power reserve and accuracy rated at +/- 1 second per day or +/- 15 seconds per month. The case is 100m water-resistant with a screw-down crown. One owner notes the watch scratches easily. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGA469 for its striking textured dial and refined finishing.

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