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Grand Seiko STGK031vsVario NAVI Single Hand Compass

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

STGK031
Grand SeikoSTGK031
MSRP $6,600
NAVI Single Hand Compass
VarioNAVI Single Hand Compass
MSRP $428

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
STGK03130mm
NAVI Single Hand Compass38mm
Power Reserve
STGK03150h
NAVI Single Hand Compass40h
Water Resistance
STGK031100m
NAVI Single Hand Compass100m
MSRP
STGK031$6,600
NAVI Single Hand Compass$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
30mm
38mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.2mm
46mm
Lug Width
15mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S27
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
50h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,600
$428

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko STGK031

Grand Seiko STGK031 owners widely praise its subtle, light pink dial that shifts to appear white or silver depending on lighting, its refined 30mm case size, and its simple elegance. Some find the 30mm sizing perfect for wearability, with one owner noting it is ideal for those who find 38mm watches too large. The Zaratsu polishing is also a noted strength. However, the Calibre 9S27 movement has a 50-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of +8 to -3 seconds per day, which some consider modest for the price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko STGK031 highly for its versatile dial and refined 30mm case.

From video reviewers

The 50-hour power reserve of the Calibre 9S27 movement is a shared strength. The 36mm lug-to-lug measurement is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the premium feel of the polished stainless steel case and bracelet compared to Zaratsu polishing.

Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass

Owners praise the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its unique single-hand design and understated nautical theme, finding it reflects their personal style. The watch is a 38mm vintage-inspired timepiece with 100m water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 8s25 automatic movement has a 40-hour power reserve and its unidirectional winding rotor may wobble. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its refreshingly different take and casual time-telling dial.

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