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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14.3mm
15mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Brown

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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