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Grand Seiko SBGY011vsSpinnaker Fleuss

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SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGY01140mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
SBGY01172h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
SBGY011100m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
SBGY011$8,800
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
10.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
51mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lumber Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R31
SII NH35A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,800
$179

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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