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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsGrand Seiko SLGA001

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Globetrotter GMT
BoldrGlobetrotter GMT
MSRP $469
SLGA001
Grand SeikoSLGA001
MSRP $11,100
What people say

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

Grand Seiko SLGA001

The Grand Seiko SLGA001 is praised for its impressive technical achievements, including a new, slimmer Spring Drive movement with a five-day power reserve and exceptional accuracy of ±0.5 seconds per day. Reviewers note the 47mm titanium case, despite its substantial dimensions, wears more comfortably due to its titanium construction, short lugs, and virtually scratch-proof finish. The watch features a 600-meter water resistance and is limited to 700 pieces, priced at $11,100. On balance, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SLGA001 a highly capable dive watch, with its technological advancements in the Spring Drive movement being a key highlight.

From video reviewers

The watch's Spring Drive movement, specifically the Cal.9RA5, offers a 120-hour power reserve. A notable trade-off is the watch's relatively large size, with a case diameter of 46.9mm and thickness of 16.0mm, which may not suit those with smaller wrists. The high price point may be a trade-off for some buyers.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
SLGA00146.9mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT40h
SLGA001120h
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
SLGA001100m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
SLGA001$11,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
46.9mm
Thickness
12.7mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
GMT Banff
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
9RA5
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$11,100
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