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Grand Seiko SBGZ011vsHELM Togiak Expedition UTC

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SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ01140mm
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ01184h
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
Water Resistance
SBGZ01130m
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
MSRP
SBGZ011$84,000
Togiak Expedition UTC$380

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
9.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
49mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Platinum
Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9R02
Seiko Instruments NH34
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
84h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$84,000
$380

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGZ011

Grand Seiko SBGZ011 owners widely praise its in-person beauty and the finest Zaratsu polishing, noting that photos do not capture its artistry. Some owners find the framed logo and lettering detract from the dial's balance, and a few describe the watch as too flashy or "bling" for their taste, with one owner feeling its design deviates from Grand Seiko's ethos. The strap is also widely disliked. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ011 highly for its stunning Zaratsu polishing and unique, beautiful in-person presence, despite some finding it overly flashy.

HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

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