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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsSpinnaker Croft

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SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
Croft
SpinnakerCroft
MSRP $219

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Croft40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Croft40h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Croft150m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Croft$219

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
40mm
Thickness
14.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Elemental

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$219

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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 Croft

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Spinnaker Croft for its vibrant dial colors, chunky hands and bezel, and overall value, with one owner noting the Miyota 8218 movement and cyclops as appreciated features. Reviewers flag the bracelet and clasp as budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft highly for its accessible skeletonized dive watch aesthetic and appealing design at its price point.

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