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Grand Seiko SBGZ003vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ00338.5mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ00384h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
SBGZ00330m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
SBGZ003
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
9.8mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Miyota 9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
84h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$980

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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