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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsGrand Seiko SLGB023

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
SLGB023
Grand SeikoSLGB023
MSRP $12,400
What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

Grand Seiko SLGB023

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGB023 for its comfortable 40.8mm titanium case and the smooth winding feel of its Spring Drive 9RB1 movement. The dial's gradient blue "ushio" motif is a highlight, though some reviewers note the bezel's fully lumed scale as a missed opportunity. Enthusiasts are divided on the power reserve indicator's placement and the design of the hour and minute hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGB023 highly for its comfortable titanium case and the refined Spring Drive movement.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
SLGB02340.8mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
SLGB02372h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
SLGB023300m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
SLGB023$12,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.8mm
Thickness
12.60mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9RB1
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$12,400
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