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Grand Seiko SLGC001vsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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SLGC001
Grand SeikoSLGC001
MSRP $14,700
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGC00143.2mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
SLGC00172h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
SLGC001100m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
SLGC001$14,700
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
43.2mm
42mm
Thickness
15.3mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Brown

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9SC5
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$14,700
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGC001

The Grand Seiko SLGC001 is praised for its high-tech titanium construction and 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the new 9SC5 movement, a 5Hz caliber with a +5 to -3 seconds per day accuracy rating. The watch features a balanced tri-compax dial and 100m water resistance. However, its 43.2mm width and 15.3mm thickness are described as bulky, and some find its styling less distinctive than previous models. On balance, reviewers highlight the technical achievement of Grand Seiko's first mechanical chronograph, despite its substantial dimensions.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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