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Sartory Billard SB05vsGrand Seiko SLGA009

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SLGA009
Grand SeikoSLGA009
MSRP $9,800

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
SLGA00940mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
SLGA009120h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
SLGA009100m
MSRP
SB05
SLGA009$9,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
8.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
47.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
9RA2
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
90h
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,800

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Grand Seiko SLGA009

The Grand Seiko SLGA009 "White Birch II" is praised for its Spring Drive Caliber 9RA2 movement, offering exceptional accuracy of ±0.5 seconds per day and a 120-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its refined dial texture, inspired by Shinshu forests, and the Series 9 design with a frost-finished movement. The watch features a 40mm stainless steel case and a power reserve indicator on the movement bridge. However, its price of $8,600 to $9,100 USD is noted as relatively expensive, reflecting Grand Seiko's increasing price points. Overall, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SLGA009 a highly refined timepiece, with its advanced Spring Drive movement and aesthetic improvements being key strengths.

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