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Grand Seiko SLGC009vsSpinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

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

SLGC009
Grand SeikoSLGC009
MSRP $16,900
Tesei Mille Metri GMT
SpinnakerTesei Mille Metri GMT
MSRP $559

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGC00943mm
Tesei Mille Metri GMT44mm
Power Reserve
SLGC00972h
Tesei Mille Metri GMT40h
Water Resistance
SLGC009200m
Tesei Mille Metri GMT1,000m
MSRP
SLGC009$16,900
Tesei Mille Metri GMT$559

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
15.6mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
52mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,900
$559

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGC009

Owners widely report the Grand Seiko SLGC009 is perceived as "big" but "not obnoxious," with some finding its bold, aggressive, and futuristic design appealing while others deem it too daring for the brand. Opinions are split on its aesthetic, with comparisons ranging from a G-Shock to the Cybertruck. One owner noted a desire for a more offset clasp. The movement is praised by some, though the dial color and hour indexes drew criticism from one voice. The Grand Seiko SLGC009's rumored discontinuation is speculated to potentially aid in value retention. On balance, owners are divided on the Grand Seiko SLGC009's polarizing design, with its movement and wearability being points of discussion.

Spinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

The Spinnaker Fleuss Midnight Black features a reliable and accurate Japanese TMI NH35 Automatic Movement with 3 Hands and Date. A potential drawback is the watch's relatively low 15 ATM water-resistance rating compared to other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for larger wrists, with one reviewer noting a 43mm diameter and 51mm lug-to-lug fit, while the other mentions a 51mm lug-to-lug measurement.

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