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Farer Lethbridge GoldvsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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Lethbridge Gold
FarerLethbridge Gold
MSRP $1,085
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lethbridge Gold38.5mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
Lethbridge Gold45h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
Lethbridge Gold50m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
Lethbridge Gold$1,085
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
44.5mm
Thickness
12mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel with yellow gold PVD coating
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW216-1
9R65
Type
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,085
$11,100

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What people say

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Farer Lethbridge Gold

Owners widely praise the Farer Lethbridge Gold's attractive appearance and finishing, with one owner calling its PVD gold finish the best they've seen. The watch runs at +4 seconds per day. Some owners note the gold PVD coating can scratch easily and fades slightly on edges, and the original strap tarnished quickly, leading some to seek strap alternatives like blue or gray leather, or NATO/sailcloth. One owner mentions its manual-wind movement and that it is not real gold, which is acceptable given the price. Overall, owners rate the Farer Lethbridge Gold highly for its striking aesthetics and good value, despite minor concerns about the strap and PVD durability.

From video reviewers

The 24-time-zone display is a key strength. No consensus on weaknesses.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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