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Grand Seiko SBGP009vsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP00940mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGP00940h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGP009100m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
SBGP009$3,100
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F85
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

Owners praise the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT's well-executed proportions and smooth GMT bezel action. One owner reports quality control issues such as misaligned hands and dust under the crystal, attributing these to the sub-$500 price point. The watch features a caller-style quartz movement for quick-set date adjustment and its lume is functional, though noted as a step below other models. Overall, owners find the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control concerns.

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