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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsStudio Underd0g The Gimlet

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
The Gimlet
Studio Underd0gThe Gimlet
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
The Gimlet39.5mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
The Gimlet40h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
The Gimlet
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
The Gimlet$1,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
37mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$1,000

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What people say

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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.

Studio Underd0g The Gimlet

Studio Underd0g The Gimlet is praised for its playful, layered dial construction featuring a textured sapphire disc over a luminous base, creating depth and animation, and its comfortable 38mm case dimensions. Owners note its attractive dial color and combination, though some find the design too similar to other models and question the aesthetic of the visible dial screws. The watch utilizes a reliable, tactile Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Gimlet highly for its unique dial construction and comfortable wearability.

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