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Astor + Banks ChronovsGrand Seiko SLGC001

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
SLGC001
Grand SeikoSLGC001
MSRP $14,700

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
SLGC00143.2mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
SLGC00172h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
SLGC001100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
SLGC001$14,700

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
43.2mm
Thickness
15.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
9SC5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$14,700

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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 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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