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Bremont ionBirdvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
ionBird
SBGD228100m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
44.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
23mm
Material
Titanium
Gold
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
192h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$273,000

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Grand Seiko SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

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