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Grand Seiko SLGA001vsLinde Werdelin Spidolite Nord

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SLGA001
Grand SeikoSLGA001
MSRP $11,100
Spidolite Nord
Linde WerdelinSpidolite Nord
MSRP $15,873
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Grand Seiko SLGA001

The Grand Seiko SLGA001 is praised for its impressive technical achievements, including a new, slimmer Spring Drive movement with a five-day power reserve and exceptional accuracy of ±0.5 seconds per day. Reviewers note the 47mm titanium case, despite its substantial dimensions, wears more comfortably due to its titanium construction, short lugs, and virtually scratch-proof finish. The watch features a 600-meter water resistance and is limited to 700 pieces, priced at $11,100. On balance, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SLGA001 a highly capable dive watch, with its technological advancements in the Spring Drive movement being a key highlight.

From video reviewers

The watch's Spring Drive movement, specifically the Cal.9RA5, offers a 120-hour power reserve. A notable trade-off is the watch's relatively large size, with a case diameter of 46.9mm and thickness of 16.0mm, which may not suit those with smaller wrists. The high price point may be a trade-off for some buyers.

Linde Werdelin Spidolite Nord

The Linde Werdelin Spidolite Nord is praised for its futuristic charm and intricate skeletonized dial with a blue fumé effect, featuring an understated titanium case finish. It also boasts a 300m depth rating and houses the LW-04 Concepto movement. Overall, reviewers highlight the Spidolite Nord's refined and minimalistic dial design as a key strength.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGA00146.9mm
Spidolite Nord44mm
Power Reserve
SLGA001120h
Spidolite Nord42h
Water Resistance
SLGA001100m
Spidolite Nord100m
MSRP
SLGA001$11,100
Spidolite Nord$15,873

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
46.9mm
44mm
Thickness
16mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RA5
LW07
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
120h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$15,873
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