Which is cheaper, the Sinn 6068 or the Grand Seiko SLGW003?

At MSRP the Sinn 6068 is the cheaper of the two at $2,754, against $11,600 for the Grand Seiko SLGW003 — a $8,846 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sinn 6068 or the Grand Seiko SLGW003?

The Grand Seiko SLGW003 wears larger at 38.6mm versus 38.5mm for the Sinn 6068 — a 0.1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sinn 6068 or the Grand Seiko SLGW003?

The Sinn 6068 is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Grand Seiko SLGW003.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sinn 6068 or the Grand Seiko SLGW003?

The Grand Seiko SLGW003 carries a 80-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

What movement does the Sinn 6068 run compared to the Grand Seiko SLGW003?

The Sinn 6068 runs a automatic caliber (SW 300-1), while the Grand Seiko SLGW003 runs a manual (9SA4).

Side by side

Sinn 6068vsGrand Seiko SLGW003

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

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

Grand Seiko SLGW003

slgw003g

MSRP $11,600

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

606838.5mm

SLGW00338.6mm

Power Reserve

606838h

SLGW00380h

Water Resistance

6068100m

SLGW00330m

MSRP

6068$2,754

SLGW003$11,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Yes

Lume

Luminescent

None

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SW 300-1

9SA4

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

38h

80h

Complications

GMT, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,754

$11,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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Grand Seiko SLGW003

The Grand Seiko SLGW003 is praised for its comfortable, lightweight Brilliant Hard Titanium case, meticulous finishing, and a clean, modern dial. Reviewers highlight the new 9SA4 manual-wind movement, noting its attractive finishing, 80-hour power reserve, and accuracy of -3/+5 seconds per day. It is considered a versatile dress watch blending vintage and future Grand Seiko spirit. The €11,700 price is noted as expensive, with some questioning its value. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW003 highly for its elegant design and impressive manual-wind movement at its flagship price point.

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