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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsSpinnaker Croft 39 GMT

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
Croft 39 GMT
SpinnakerCroft 39 GMT
MSRP $445

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
Croft 39 GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
Croft 39 GMT40h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
Croft 39 GMT100m
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
Croft 39 GMT$445

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
47mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Red

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Seiko NH34A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$445

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko SLGB003

Grand Seiko SLGB003 owners widely praise its lightness and comfort, with a dial that offers a shifting character in different lighting conditions. Reviewers note its compact case size enhances wearability and versatility across wrist sizes. However, one owner found the dial underwhelming, and another reported a date disc issue with lower numbers not changing correctly. Some question the value proposition at around $10,000, citing the bracelet and dial as potential drawbacks, while others highlight the movement and smaller dimensions as significant positives. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGB003 highly for its movement and compact dimensions, despite some reservations about the dial and bracelet.

From video reviewers

The watch's exceptional accuracy is a notable strength, with both reviewers highlighting its precise timekeeping. A weakness is the relatively high price point compared to other Grand Seiko models. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with one reviewer noting it's relatively small at 37mm, while the other doesn't mention case size as a concern.

Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its colorful design, NH34 GMT movement, and reasonable price, noting high-standard manufacturing on the case, bezel, and bracelet. One owner finds the 43mm case and 51mm lug-to-lug dimensions too large for the design, preferring a 39-40mm case size. A potential issue with the lume was noted by one user. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its attractive design and build quality at its price point, though sizing is a point of contention for some.

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