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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
45.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S66
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$980

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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