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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsVario Futurist

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SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
14.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S66
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$648

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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.

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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