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Sartory Billard SB05vsGrand Seiko SBGY002

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SBGY002
Grand SeikoSBGY002
MSRP $30,000

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
SBGY00238.5mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
SBGY00272h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
SBGY00230m
MSRP
SB05
SBGY002$30,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
8.5mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
9R31
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
90h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$30,000

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Grand Seiko SBGY002

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGY002 for its impeccable design, finishing, and attention to detail, highlighting its slender 38.5mm case and thin profile for comfortable wear. The Spring Drive movement, calibre 9R31, is noted for its accuracy within one second per day and a 72-hour power reserve, with one owner appreciating the movement's finishing and the watch's overall class and simplicity, preferring the power reserve indicator on the case back. The Snowflake dial's appearance changes with light, often appearing less yellow than expected, and a matte blue strap can make the SBGY002 more casual for daily wear, complementing the seconds hand. The Grand Seiko SBGY002 is considered a home run for its combination of iconic dial and dress case, though its yellow gold construction and price point position it differently than steel alternatives.

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