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Grand Seiko SBGE285vsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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SBGE285
Grand SeikoSBGE285
MSRP $8,900
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGE28541mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
SBGE28572h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
SBGE285100m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
SBGE285$8,900
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
13.9mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.3mm
52mm
Material
Titanium
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R66
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,900
$850

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGE285

The Grand Seiko SBGE285 is widely praised for its textured dial, high-intensity titanium case with Zaratsu polishing, and Evolution 9 design, which reviewers consider epitomizes modern Grand Seiko. Owners and reviewers highlight its refined yet sporty appearance and lightweight titanium construction, noting it wears smaller than its 41mm dimensions. The 9R66 Spring Drive movement is lauded for its precision, with accuracy reported at ±1 second per day. One owner notes the watch head shows no wear and there are no scratches on the back of the lugs, indicating excellent overall condition. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGE285 highly for its blend of sophisticated finishing, comfortable wearability, and precise Spring Drive GMT functionality.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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