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Grand Seiko SBGX353vsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35334mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35340h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
SBGX35330m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
SBGX353$4,100
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
34mm
37mm
Thickness
10.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Yellow

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F61
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$499

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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