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Grand Seiko SBGA293vsYema Flygraf Navigator

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SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200
Flygraf Navigator
YemaFlygraf Navigator
MSRP $1,199

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA29340.2mm
Flygraf Navigator40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA29372h
Flygraf Navigator40h
Water Resistance
SBGA293100m
Flygraf Navigator100m
MSRP
SBGA293$5,200
Flygraf Navigator$1,199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
40.2mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$1,199

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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.

Yema Flygraf Navigator

Owners widely praise the Yema Flygraf Navigator's value and attractive design. However, community members express concerns regarding quality control and customer service, with one owner advising against purchase due to these issues. The in-house MBP1000 movement is noted as a mix of components, and one owner doubts its long-term reliability. On balance, owners find the Yema Flygraf Navigator a nice-looking watch with good value, but significant concerns exist around quality control and customer service.

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