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Grand Seiko SLGA019vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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SLGA019
Grand SeikoSLGA019
MSRP $11,000
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGA01940mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
SLGA019120h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
SLGA019100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
SLGA019$11,000
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RA2
Type
Spring Drive
Quartz
Power Reserve
120h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,000
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGA019

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGA019 for its stunning "Minamo" dial, inspired by Lake Suwa, with its intricate texture and finishing. The Evolution 9 case, constructed from lightweight Grade 5 titanium, is lauded for its refinement and comfortable wearability. The 9RA2 Spring Drive movement is noted for exceptional accuracy, with one owner documenting a loss of only 0.5 seconds in a week. However, some criticism is directed at the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustment and its pin-and-collar system, and the movement's finishing is described as somewhat plain. The retail price is also flagged as high. Overall, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SLGA019 is a highly refined and accurate watch, with its dial and comfortable titanium case being the primary reasons for its strong reception.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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