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Maen Classic 36vsGrand Seiko SBGZ011

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Classic 36
MaenClassic 36
MSRP $639
SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Maen Classic 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Classic 36 for its salmon dial and clean moon phase, with its radial brushing also noted as a positive design element. One owner reports excellent quality, drawing from experience with a sibling model. A concern exists regarding the inability to try on microbrand watches before purchase to assess value. One owner experienced a non-functional watch upon arrival. Overall, owners value the Maen Classic 36 for its attractive dial and design elements, though a significant quality control issue was reported by one owner.

Grand Seiko SBGZ011

Grand Seiko SBGZ011 owners widely praise its in-person beauty and the finest Zaratsu polishing, noting that photos do not capture its artistry. Some owners find the framed logo and lettering detract from the dial's balance, and a few describe the watch as too flashy or "bling" for their taste, with one owner feeling its design deviates from Grand Seiko's ethos. The strap is also widely disliked. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ011 highly for its stunning Zaratsu polishing and unique, beautiful in-person presence, despite some finding it overly flashy.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic 3636mm
SBGZ01140mm
Power Reserve
Classic 3640h
SBGZ01184h
Water Resistance
Classic 3650m
SBGZ01130m
MSRP
Classic 36$639
SBGZ011$84,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9.8mm
9.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$639
$84,000
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