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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsSpinnaker Hull Titanium Bronze

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
Hull Titanium Bronze
SpinnakerHull Titanium Bronze
MSRP $425

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
Hull Titanium Bronze42mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
Hull Titanium Bronze40h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
Hull Titanium Bronze100m
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
Hull Titanium Bronze$425

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
37mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
SII NH35A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$425

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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 Hull Titanium Bronze

The Spinnaker Hull Titanium Bronze is a sold-out limited edition that has garnered significant interest, with one owner noting its titanium case stands out with a white strap. Owners are split on the watch's value, with one finding it a good purchase at $125 and another questioning the strap's suitability for its 100M water resistance. Some reviewers flag the VK73 movement's limited 60-minute chronograph and a big date window obscured by the chronograph hand, while others praise the handsome design with a textured sandwich dial and comfortable wearability. Lume is described as non-existent by one source. Overall, owners and reviewers are divided on the Spinnaker Hull Titanium Bronze, with praise for its design and wearability tempered by criticism of its movement execution and strap.

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