Knot Watches CS-38ASVvsGrand Seiko SBGP009
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Measurements
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CS-38ASV
SBGP009
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
8.7mm
lowest
10.6mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
MSRP
$177
lowest
$3,100
Movement
Seiko VS42
Grand Seiko 9F85
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Knot Watches CS-38ASV for its 38mm case size, which is well-suited for smaller wrists, and its unique dial designs. One owner specifically appreciates the yellow second hand. However, opinions are divided on the strap quality, with one owner finding it soft and satisfying, while another calls it poor. Some owners express concerns about the brand's overall quality and durability, with one noting a friend's misaligned hands and another finding the design unappealing. On balance, owners are split on the Knot Watches CS-38ASV, with appreciation for its unique dials and wearability tempered by concerns over build quality and strap execution.
Owners praise the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its independent hour hand, which simplifies travel, and the perceived reliability of its quartz movement. One owner notes the bracelet does not taper. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its practical travel features and dependable quartz movement.
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