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Ikepod Megapod M301vsGrand Seiko SBGX359

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
SBGX359
Grand SeikoSBGX359

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
SBGX35933mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
SBGX35940h
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
SBGX359100m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
SBGX359

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
46mm
33mm
Thickness
17mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9F51
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

Grand Seiko SBGX359

The Grand Seiko SBGX359 is lauded for its technically advanced 9F51 quartz movement, enabling a compact 33mm x 9.1mm stainless steel case and offering ±10 seconds per year accuracy. Reviewers highlight the refined finishing of its Snowflake dial and 100 meters of water resistance. However, it comes with a US$3,200 price tag, representing a $500 increase over prior 9F models. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGX359 for its compact dimensions and precise quartz movement at the specified price point.

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