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Glycine Airpilot Dual TimevsGrand Seiko SBGP015

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Glycine Airpilot Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airpilot Dual Time for its modern flieger design, dual time complication, and excellent value, with one owner calling it a "ridiculous value" at $167.19. The dial is frequently highlighted for its dynamic appearance, shifting from sunray to matte, and its well-executed, symmetrical design featuring integrated 24-hour time. While some owners find the 44mm or 46mm case size acceptable on larger wrists, others consider it too large, with one owner wishing for a thinner 9mm profile instead of the observed 11.1mm thickness. The watch's Swiss pilot heritage and design elements are also appreciated, though some note Glycine's association with Invicta and inflated MSRPs. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Airpilot Dual Time highly for its striking dial design and exceptional value proposition.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

From video reviewers

The high accuracy of the Caliber 9F85 quartz movement is a significant strength. Reviewers noted the movement's ±10 seconds per year accuracy. The limited 100-meter water resistance was cited as a potential drawback.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airpilot Dual Time44mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
Airpilot Dual Time
SBGP015
Water Resistance
Airpilot Dual Time100m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
Airpilot Dual Time$1,695
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
10.75mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Grand Seiko 9F85
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
4
0
Complications
Date, Dual Time
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,695
$3,800
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