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NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new blackvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

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SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Orion neomatik 41 date new black40.5mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
Orion neomatik 41 date new black42 hoursh
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
Orion neomatik 41 date new black50m
SBGD228100m
MSRP
Orion neomatik 41 date new black$5,150
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
40.5mm
44.5mm
Thickness
9.4mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 6101
9R01
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
192h
Jewels
27
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,150
$273,000

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NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black

The NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black is praised for its clean Bauhaus design, slender 41mm case, and slim in-house automatic movement with a user-friendly quick-set date. Owners highlight its versatility for both casual and formal wear, with one calling it a favorite forever purchase. However, some suggest a smaller 35mm size might be preferable, and one user found the 41mm size wore large and felt delicate, leading to it being sold. The price is noted as nearing other brands, and one owner questioned the value of a special edition compared to standard models. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black for its elegant design and slim profile, though some debate the optimal case size and value proposition.

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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