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Grand Seiko SLGB005vsSeiko Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model

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SLGB005
Grand SeikoSLGB005
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00537mm
Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model38mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00572h
Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model70h
Water Resistance
SLGB005100m
Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model200m
MSRP
SLGB005$11,100
Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model$875

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9RB2
6R35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$875

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB005

The Grand Seiko SLGB005 is widely praised for its stunning "Ice Forest" smoked purple dial, inspired by frost-covered trees, and its compact 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case. It is powered by the 9RB2 Spring Drive caliber, noted for its exceptional accuracy of ±3 seconds per month or ±20 seconds per year, and offers a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers consistently highlight the dial's mesmerizing beauty and the case's sculpted design as significant strengths. However, multiple sources express disappointment that the Grand Seiko SLGB005 omits the micro-adjustment clasp found on other models, especially considering its $11,100 price point, though one reviewer found this did not detract from wearability. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGB005 highly for its visually arresting dial and precise Spring Drive movement, despite the clasp oversight.

From video reviewers

The watch features a ±3 seconds per month accurate Ultra Fine Accuracy Calibre 9RB2 movement. The Ever-Brilliant Steel finish has polishing flaws that detract from the watch's appearance. Reviewers disagree on the movement's accuracy, with one reviewer citing ±3 seconds per month and another ±10 seconds per month.

Seiko Prospex Land Seiko Boutique exclusive model

The Seiko Prospex Land is widely praised for its attractive and legible tool watch design, offering solid build quality at a fair price. Reviewers note the smooth operation of its internal rotating bezel, while owners highlight the satisfying, smooth, and precise bidirectional bezel action. The steel case is described as having a durable look with decent finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Land highly for its attractive, legible design and solid build quality at a fair price.

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