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Grand Seiko SBGZ011vsYema Flygraf Pilot

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SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ01140mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ01184h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
SBGZ01130m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
SBGZ011$84,000
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
9.6mm
8.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Sellita SW200
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
84h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$84,000
$990

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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.

Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

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