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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsZelos Artemis

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
Artemis
ZelosArtemis
MSRP $1,899

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
Artemis40mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
Artemis40h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
Artemis50m
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
Artemis$1,899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
11.4mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Titanium

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$1,899

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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.

Zelos Artemis

The watch's unique modular case construction with a sandblasted titanium outer case and a grey/white Cerakote coating on the center is a notable strength. The FKM rubber strap can be prone to a slight rattle, which may be a minor annoyance for some owners. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value proposition, with one reviewer questioning its value for collectors.

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