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Grand Seiko SBGA293vsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

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SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200
Zürich date
NOMOS GlashütteZürich date
MSRP $5,570

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA29340.2mm
Zürich date39.8mm
Power Reserve
SBGA29372h
Zürich date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
SBGA293100m
Zürich date50m
MSRP
SBGA293$5,200
Zürich date$5,570

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40.2mm
39.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9R65
DUW 5101
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
72h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$5,570

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date for its immaculate case finishing and the unique depth and texture of its dial, which is difficult to capture in photos. The watch's dual-timezone complication is considered a satisfying feature with sharp clicking, and the in-house movement finishing is noted as exceptional for its price point. Some find the hour markers slightly difficult to read at a glance, and one owner suggests seeking a secondhand deal due to the full retail price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date highly for its refined finishing and distinctive dial at its price.

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