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Grand Seiko SLGB005vsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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SLGB005
Grand SeikoSLGB005
MSRP $11,100
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00537mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00572h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
SLGB005100m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
SLGB005$11,100
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
37mm
41mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
MOP

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Seiko NH34 GMT
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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