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Ferro Distinct 3vsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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Distinct 3
FerroDistinct 3
MSRP $455
SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Distinct 348mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
Distinct 340h
SBGX35340h
Water Resistance
Distinct 350m
SBGX35330m
MSRP
Distinct 3$455
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
48mm
34mm
Thickness
11mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Orange
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 715
9F61

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$455
$4,100

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What people say

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Ferro Distinct 3

Owners widely praise the Ferro Distinct 3 for its improved screw-down crown and centered date complication. However, some find the watch too large, and one owner dislikes the dial for being busy, though the necessity of outer markers for single-hand legibility is noted. The flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating, and the dial has no lume. One owner received an NH35A movement instead of the advertised Miyota 9015. Overall, owners appreciate the functional improvements and specific design choices of the Ferro Distinct 3, despite some concerns about size and dial clarity.

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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