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Grand Seiko SBGD201vsGalo Super200 Dark Edition

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SBGD201
Grand SeikoSBGD201
Super200 Dark Edition
GaloSuper200 Dark Edition
MSRP $488

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD20143mm
Super200 Dark Edition39mm
Power Reserve
SBGD201192h
Super200 Dark Edition42h
Water Resistance
SBGD201100m
Super200 Dark Edition200m
MSRP
SBGD201
Super200 Dark Edition$488

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
13.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.8mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Oil pressed, circular brushed (black)
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Texture
Oil pressed
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9R01
Miyota 9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
192h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGD201

Grand Seiko SBGD201 owners and reviewers praise its stellar platinum case with Zaratsu polishing and diamond-dust dial, with one reviewer calling it the most beautiful Grand Seiko they have seen. Its Spring Drive caliber 9R01 movement offers an 8-day power reserve from three barrels. While some find the 43mm size too large for its design, others find the 168-gram platinum case comfortable despite its heft. Some community members note the movement finishing is simplistic for its price point and would prefer the artistic finesse of higher-end alternatives. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGD201 for its exquisite finishing and impressive technical specifications at its price.

Galo Super200 Dark Edition

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 Dark Edition for its design and value, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement and lume on the crown. Some community members observe its resemblance to other dive watches, and one owner finds the "3" marker disrupts the dial layout, though an alternative dial is available. Overall, owners rate the Galo Super200 Dark Edition highly for its perceived value and distinct design elements.

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