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Grand Seiko SLGB023vsTudor Black Bay One 31

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SLGB023
Grand SeikoSLGB023
MSRP $12,400
Black Bay One 31
TudorBlack Bay One 31
MSRP $4,600

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB02340.8mm
Black Bay One 3131mm
Power Reserve
SLGB02372h
Black Bay One 3150h
Water Resistance
SLGB023300m
Black Bay One 31100m
MSRP
SLGB023$12,400
Black Bay One 31$4,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40.8mm
31mm
Thickness
12.9mm
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
17mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB1
MT5201
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,400
$4,600

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB023

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGB023 for its comfortable 40.8mm titanium case and the smooth winding feel of its Spring Drive 9RB1 movement. The dial's gradient blue "ushio" motif is a highlight, though some reviewers note the bezel's fully lumed scale as a missed opportunity. Enthusiasts are divided on the power reserve indicator's placement and the design of the hour and minute hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGB023 highly for its comfortable titanium case and the refined Spring Drive movement.

Tudor Black Bay One 31

Owners widely report the Tudor Black Bay One 31's polished case and bracelet scratch easily, though its wearability under gloves and robust movement are praised. Some desire more micro-adjustment options on the clasp, and a lack of contrast between the silver dial and hands is noted. The 31mm size may be a consideration for daily wear due to its 50-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Tudor Black Bay One 31 for its comfortable wearability and robust movement, despite concerns about case scratching and clasp adjustability.

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