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Grand Seiko SBGA211vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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SBGA211
Grand SeikoSBGA211
MSRP $6,900
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA21141mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA21172h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
SBGA211100m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
SBGA211$6,900
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Coral

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
SII NH35A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,900
$450

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA211

Grand Seiko SBGA211 owners and reviewers widely praise its exceptional finishing, particularly the Zaratsu polishing, and its mesmerizing, textured dial. The Spring Drive movement is consistently highlighted as a technical masterpiece, offering quartz-like accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a smooth seconds sweep. Its lightweight titanium construction and 41mm case size contribute to a comfortable and wearable design. However, some owners find the dial texture less captivating in person than in photos, and there are mixed opinions on the bracelet's adjustment system and perceived quality relative to the price. Some also note its thickness and lack of lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGA211 highly for its unique dial and superb finishing, making it a highly regarded icon.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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