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Grand Seiko SLGW007vsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGW00738.6mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
SLGW00780h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
SLGW00730m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
SLGW007$10,000
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.6mm
38mm
Thickness
9.95mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9SA4
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
80h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,000
$980

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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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