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Astor + Banks ChronovsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
SBGX35340h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
SBGX35330m
MSRP
Chrono$575
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
34mm
Thickness
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
9F61

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$4,100

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

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