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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 PilotvsGrand Seiko SBGA427

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P-40 A-11 Pilot
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot
MSRP $695
SBGA427
Grand SeikoSBGA427
MSRP $5,800
What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot for its great size, comfortable bracelet, phenomenal timekeeping, simple design, and great craftsmanship. One owner notes the finishing is sharp. Some users wish for a smaller size, and one owner points out the quick-release spring bars can dig in while the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot highly for its great size and phenomenal timekeeping.

Grand Seiko SBGA427

Grand Seiko SBGA427 owners widely praise its extensive Zaratsu polishing and the "hall of mirrors" effect created by its diamond-cut indexes, complemented by a subtle, reeded dial and a striking green seconds hand. The 39mm case is noted for its comfortable, tapered bracelet, and the 9R65 Spring Drive movement is visible through the caseback. Some owners report the highly polished Zaratsu finish is prone to scuffs and scratches, with one mentioning a scratch near 1 o'clock. The Grand Seiko SBGA427 sold for $3750. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA427 highly for its exceptional finishing and the unique visual appeal of its dial and indexes.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot38mm
SBGA42739mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot65h
SBGA42772h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot100m
SBGA427100m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot$695
SBGA427$5,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw Down with Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2 b
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
65h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$5,800
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