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Ikepod Seapod S003vsGrand Seiko SLGC001

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
SLGC001
Grand SeikoSLGC001
MSRP $14,700

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
SLGC00143.2mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
SLGC00172h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
SLGC001100m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
SLGC001$14,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
43.2mm
Thickness
12mm
15.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9SC5
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$14,700

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Grand Seiko SLGC001

The Grand Seiko SLGC001 is praised for its high-tech titanium construction and 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the new 9SC5 movement, a 5Hz caliber with a +5 to -3 seconds per day accuracy rating. The watch features a balanced tri-compax dial and 100m water resistance. However, its 43.2mm width and 15.3mm thickness are described as bulky, and some find its styling less distinctive than previous models. On balance, reviewers highlight the technical achievement of Grand Seiko's first mechanical chronograph, despite its substantial dimensions.

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