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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsSpinnaker Hull Diver

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

SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
Hull Diver
SpinnakerHull Diver
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Hull Diver42mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Hull Diver40h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Hull Diver300m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Hull Diver$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14.4mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S66
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$375

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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.

Spinnaker Hull Diver

The Spinnaker Hull Diver is widely praised for its excellent build quality, featuring a milled clasp, solid links, and a strong anti-reflective coating on its sapphire crystal. Owners highlight its value, with one calling it one of their best affordable watches at $170, and appreciate the dual-part case construction that contributes to a reduced thickness. The blue dial is noted for its attractive play of light, and the screw-down crown is easy to operate. However, the lume is considered average, and some desire a higher beat movement. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Diver highly for its robust construction and strong value proposition at its price point.

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