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Grand Seiko SBGX355vsTissot Seastar 1000 GMT

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SBGX355
Grand SeikoSBGX355
MSRP $4,100
Seastar 1000 GMT
TissotSeastar 1000 GMT
MSRP $575
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Grand Seiko SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT for its sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance, and GMT complication, with one owner expressing deep satisfaction. A point of contention for some is that Swiss quartz movements may exhibit second-hand misalignment with markers, unlike certain Japanese quartz movements. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT highly for its robust features and value.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35537mm
Seastar 1000 GMT40mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35540h
Seastar 1000 GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGX355100m
Seastar 1000 GMT300m
MSRP
SBGX355$4,100
Seastar 1000 GMT$575

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.77mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F62
11 1/2'''

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$575
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