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Lorier ZephyrvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

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Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zephyr36mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
Zephyr40h
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
Zephyr
SBGD228100m
MSRP
Zephyr$549
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
44.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
18mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
192h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$273,000

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

Grand Seiko SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

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