Cincinnati Watch Company PhantomvsGrand Seiko SBGA375

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom at true scale

Phantom

Grand Seiko SBGA375 at true scale

SBGA375

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

46.2mm

lowest

Thickness

10.2mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

45h

72h

highest

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$5,600

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Grand Seiko 9R65

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.2mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Grand Seiko 9R65
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
18
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$5,600
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Reviews

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

Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom's terrific ice blue dial and manual-wind movement. Accuracy is reported at -2 seconds per day, and the watch is considered easy to read and attention-grabbing. However, some owners find the crown too small and difficult to wind, with opinions split on whether the quality justifies the price. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom highly for its striking dial and enjoyable manual-wind experience, despite some concerns about crown usability and value.

Grand Seiko SBGA375

Grand Seiko SBGA375 owners praise its dial, Spring Drive movement, design, and finishing, with one owner mesmerized by the totality of the piece. Reviewers note the dial's legibility, even in low light, and the polished bevels on the hour markers that catch light well. One owner scuffed the bezel within a week of ownership. Some find other Grand Seiko models more appealing, and one user questioned if a lug was missing. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA375 highly for its subtle design and the engineering of its Spring Drive movement.

From video reviewers

The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep is a key strength. The bracelet's taper and clasp were cited as areas for improvement.