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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

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SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
Zürich date
NOMOS GlashütteZürich date
MSRP $5,570

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Zürich date39.8mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Zürich date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Zürich date50m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Zürich date$5,570

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
39.8mm
Thickness
14.4mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
49.4mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9S66
DUW 5101
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
72h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$5,570

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date for its immaculate case finishing and the unique depth and texture of its dial, which is difficult to capture in photos. The watch's dual-timezone complication is considered a satisfying feature with sharp clicking, and the in-house movement finishing is noted as exceptional for its price point. Some find the hour markers slightly difficult to read at a glance, and one owner suggests seeking a secondhand deal due to the full retail price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date highly for its refined finishing and distinctive dial at its price.

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