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Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mmvsGrand Seiko SLGC006

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Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm for its suitability for smaller wrists and improved subdial spacing compared to earlier models. The sunburst dial is noted as beautiful, and the design is described as timeless with modern hints. However, some owners find the watch to be too thick and note that the date adjustment requires a pin, which can be inconvenient. The watch can appear "blingier" in person than in photos. Overall, owners rate the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm highly for its wearability on smaller wrists and attractive dial.

Grand Seiko SLGC006

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGC006's stunning copper Mount Iwate dial and its high-frequency Caliber 9SC5 movement, which operates at 36,000vph and achieves accuracy between -3/+5 seconds per day with a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the watch's large 43.2mm size, though some find the Evolution 9 case design improves wearability. Criticisms include the $22,600 price point, the 4:30 date window placement, and the lack of bracelet micro-adjustment. Opinions on the dial are split, with some finding it beautiful and others comparing it to rust or the Australian outback. Some question the extent of the gold accents for a "two-tone" designation. Overall, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SLGC006's striking aesthetics and advanced movement, but debate its value proposition and certain design choices.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm38mm
SLGC00643.2mm
Power Reserve
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm52h
SLGC00672h
Water Resistance
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm100m
SLGC006100m
MSRP
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm$23,300
SLGC006$22,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
43.2mm
Thickness
14.7mm
15.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
23mm
Material
18kt Sedna Gold
Gold
Finish
Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Omega 3330
9SC5
Power Reserve
52h
72h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,300
$22,600
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