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Bremont The Meta KronosvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
SBGD228100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
44.5mm
Thickness
13mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Gold
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$273,000

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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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