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Spinnaker PopeyevsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Popeye43mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Popeye40h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Popeye150m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Popeye$395
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
43mm
38.5mm
Thickness
13mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
150m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Popeye Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395

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What people say

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Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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