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Grand Seiko SBGE277vsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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SBGE277
Grand SeikoSBGE277
MSRP $6,800
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGE27744mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
SBGE27772h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGE277200m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
SBGE277$6,800
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.8mm
51mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R66
Seiko NH34A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,800
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGE277

Owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, with one owner noting their wrist size can accommodate it. The watch was purchased in Japan for $4950 USD, benefiting from a 35-year low yen. One owner expresses significant concern over reported negative experiences with the brand's New Jersey service center, fearing long wait times and subpar treatment. On balance, owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, though service center experiences are a notable concern for some.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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