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Grand Seiko SBGH341vsVario Futurist

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SBGH341
Grand SeikoSBGH341
MSRP $7,900
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH34138mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
SBGH34155h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
SBGH341100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
SBGH341$7,900
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,900
$648

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH341

The Grand Seiko SBGH341 is noted for its vintage-friendly 38mm size and high-intensity titanium construction. Reviewers highlight its bezel-less design and textured light pink dial. The hi-beat automatic calibre 9S85 movement offers a claimed accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds per day. One concern raised is that the highly polished Zaratsu case finish may be prone to scratching. The titanium bracelet lacks micro-adjustment. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH341 for its refined 38mm sizing and lightweight titanium build.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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