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Grand Seiko SBGD228vsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD22844.5mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
SBGD228192h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
SBGD228100m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
SBGD228$273,000
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44.5mm
38.6mm
Thickness
14.4mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
45mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
9SA4
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
192h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$273,000
$10,000

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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