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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsGrand Seiko SBGH341

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
SBGH341
Grand SeikoSBGH341
MSRP $7,900

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
SBGH34138mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
SBGH34155h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
SBGH341100m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
SBGH341$7,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
9S85
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$7,900

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Grand Seiko SBGH341

The Grand Seiko SBGH341 is noted for its vintage-friendly 38mm size and high-intensity titanium construction. Reviewers highlight its bezel-less design and textured light pink dial. The hi-beat automatic calibre 9S85 movement offers a claimed accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds per day. One concern raised is that the highly polished Zaratsu case finish may be prone to scratching. The titanium bracelet lacks micro-adjustment. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH341 for its refined 38mm sizing and lightweight titanium build.

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