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Grand Seiko SLGB006vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

SLGB006
Grand SeikoSLGB006
MSRP $43,600
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00637mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00672h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
SLGB006100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
SLGB006$43,600
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
11.4mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
45.5mm
Material
Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Miyota 9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$43,600
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko SLGB006

The Grand Seiko SLGB006 is praised for its stunning "Ice Forest at Dawn" textured dial and 37mm 18k yellow gold case, with some finding it gorgeous enough to wear even if they don't typically prefer gold watches. It houses the Spring Drive Calibre 9RB2 movement, noted for its "Ultra Fine Accuracy" of ±20 seconds per year and a 72-hour power reserve. However, the Grand Seiko SLGB006 is considered expensive by some, with a price of $43,600 or €44,700 for its limited production of 80 pieces, and one owner suggests alternatives offer a more refined feel. The watch lacks the Evolution 9 micro-adjustment system. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SLGB006's striking dial and movement accuracy as its primary strengths, despite its high price point and limited availability.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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