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Grand Seiko SBGZ003vsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

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SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003
Zürich date
NOMOS GlashütteZürich date
MSRP $5,570

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ00338.5mm
Zürich date39.8mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ00384h
Zürich date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
SBGZ00330m
Zürich date50m
MSRP
SBGZ003
Zürich date$5,570

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
39.8mm
Thickness
9.8mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9R02
DUW 5101
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
84h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,570

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date for its immaculate case finishing and the unique depth and texture of its dial, which is difficult to capture in photos. The watch's dual-timezone complication is considered a satisfying feature with sharp clicking, and the in-house movement finishing is noted as exceptional for its price point. Some find the hour markers slightly difficult to read at a glance, and one owner suggests seeking a secondhand deal due to the full retail price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date highly for its refined finishing and distinctive dial at its price.

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