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Ferro Race Master ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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Race Master Chronograph
FerroRace Master Chronograph
MSRP $485
SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Race Master Chronograph45.2mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
Race Master Chronograph40h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
Race Master Chronograph50m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
Race Master Chronograph$485
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45.2mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$3,100

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What people say

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Ferro Race Master Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Chronograph for its comfortable 39mm brushed steel case and jubilee bracelet, noting strong lume and a beautifully engraved caseback. One owner specifically appreciates the brand's clear movement descriptions and finds the watch a great value for the price. However, one user questioned its value, initially mistaking the movement for a less expensive option, and a pre-production buyer reported communication issues regarding delays. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Chronograph highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

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