Aigi Watches Barents Sea 40MM 19 GoldvsGrand Seiko SBGP009
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Measurements
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Barents Sea 40MM 19 Gold
SBGP009
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
n/a
10.6mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$203
lowest
$3,100
Movement
Quartz
Grand Seiko 9F85
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Aigi Watches Barents Sea 40MM 19 Gold is noted for its dial design, which features small triangles that catch the light and is inspired by a satellite ground station radome. The crown is also shaped like a radome and is crafted from steel sourced from the Troll Ground Station in Antarctica. This limited edition of 103 pieces includes Swiss Super-LumiNova and a satellite-shaped second hand. One owner received the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. Overall, owners find the Aigi Watches Barents Sea 40MM 19 Gold to be a unique and characterful option, particularly for a first watch, due to its distinctive dial and thematic design elements.
Owners praise the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its independent hour hand, which simplifies travel, and the perceived reliability of its quartz movement. One owner notes the bracelet does not taper. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its practical travel features and dependable quartz movement.
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