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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
Tourbillon Master SU8230
SugessTourbillon Master SU8230
MSRP $1,399

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
Tourbillon Master SU823041mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
Tourbillon Master SU823040h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
Tourbillon Master SU823050m
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
Tourbillon Master SU8230$1,399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
37mm
41mm
Thickness
11.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
11mm
Material
Titanium
Yellow Gold/Rose Gold/Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Seagull ST8230
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$1,399

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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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master for its stunning enamel dial and impressive finishing at its price point. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting -12s/day and another +6 to +11s/day. Caveats include a cumbersome winding crown, limited 50m water resistance, a 21mm lug width, and a non-hacking movement, with one owner noting a power reserve around two days and noticeable resistance when winding. On balance, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master highly for its visually striking dial and finishing, which significantly elevates its perceived value.

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