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Grand Seiko SBGA293vsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA29340.2mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
SBGA29372h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGA293100m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
SBGA293$5,200
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40.2mm
43mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
51mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Seiko NH34A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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