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Grand Seiko SLGW005vsBoldr The Boys

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SLGW005
Grand SeikoSLGW005
MSRP $9,700
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGW00538.8mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
SLGW00580h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
SLGW00530m
The Boys200m
MSRP
SLGW005$9,700
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
38.8mm
38mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9SA4
Seiko NH35A
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,700
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGW005

The Grand Seiko SLGW005 is lauded for its faithful recreation of the 1968 45GS, featuring a desirable double-signed dial and a beautifully finished case adhering to the Grammar of Design. It is powered by the new 9SA4 manual-winding, high-beat movement, offering an 80-hour power reserve and a mean daily rate of -3/+5 seconds. Owners consider it a "gloriously perfect" and "pure and elegant expression" of Grand Seiko's strengths, with one owner preferring its creamy dial over a more pronounced beige found on other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW005 highly for its elegant design and impressive high-beat movement.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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