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Grand Seiko SBGM221vsNOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde

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SBGM221
Grand SeikoSBGM221
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM22139.5mm
Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde29.5mm
Power Reserve
SBGM22172h
Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde43 hoursh
Water Resistance
SBGM22130m
Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde30m
MSRP
SBGM221$5,400
Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde$2,930

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
29.5mm
Thickness
13.7mm
6.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
40.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Gold
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9S66
Alpha | manual
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
72h
43 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$2,930

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde

NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde is praised for its bold yet wearable color composition, featuring a lavender dial with a coppery/golden sub-dial, beige text, and a sky-blue seconds hand. Owners appreciate the classic, elegant, and compact dimensions of the Tetra line. One owner expressed a desire for the recessed sub-dial found on other models. Overall, reviewers and owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde highly for its unique and well-executed color palette.

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