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Grand Seiko SBGW281vsSpinnaker Dumas GMT

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SBGW281
Grand SeikoSBGW281
MSRP $4,900
Dumas GMT
SpinnakerDumas GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGW28137.3mm
Dumas GMT44mm
Power Reserve
SBGW28172h
Dumas GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGW28130m
Dumas GMT300m
MSRP
SBGW281$4,900
Dumas GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
37.3mm
44mm
Thickness
11.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
48mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S64
Seiko NH34A
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGW281

Grand Seiko SBGW281 owners and reviewers alike praise its classic 37mm size and timeless, no-bezel design, with enthusiasts calling these manual-wind models "perfect Grand Seikos" for their thin profile, accessible price, and dial symmetry. The champagne dial is noted for its evocative, melting snow aesthetic, complemented by a gold seconds hand and a box crystal. The winding action is described as exceptionally smooth with satisfying clicky feedback, and the lug-to-lug measurement is approximately 45mm. This timepiece is splash resistant and retails for US$4,800. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGW281 for its elegant proportions and refined dial presentation.

Spinnaker Dumas GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Dumas GMT's satisfying lume, including on the crown, and good finishing, with one owner finding it wears well on a 17cm wrist. The watch features a Seiko NH34A GMT movement and a blue gradient dial. Reviewers note its 44mm diameter and 209g weight on the bracelet make it unsuitable for smaller wrists.

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