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Geckota GT Racing ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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GT Racing Chronograph
GeckotaGT Racing Chronograph
MSRP $399
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GT Racing Chronograph40mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
GT Racing Chronograph40h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
GT Racing Chronograph50m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
GT Racing Chronograph$399
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399

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What people say

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Geckota GT Racing Chronograph

The Geckota GT Racing strap is praised for its quality leather, crisp stitching, and beautiful patina, offering excellent value at less than half the price of similar vintage straps. Some owners find the 125/80mm length longer than ideal, and the keeper potentially smaller. On balance, owners rate the Geckota GT Racing strap highly for its quality and value, despite minor concerns about its length and keeper size.

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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