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Grand Seiko SBGA211vsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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The bottom line

The 40mm Seafarer Charcoal wears 1mm narrower than the 41mm SBGA211.

What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA211

Grand Seiko SBGA211 owners and reviewers widely praise its exceptional finishing, particularly the Zaratsu polishing, and its mesmerizing, textured dial. The Spring Drive movement is consistently highlighted as a technical masterpiece, offering quartz-like accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a smooth seconds sweep. Its lightweight titanium construction and 41mm case size contribute to a comfortable and wearable design. However, some owners find the dial texture less captivating in person than in photos, and there are mixed opinions on the bracelet's adjustment system and perceived quality relative to the price. Some also note its thickness and lack of lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGA211 highly for its unique dial and superb finishing, making it a highly regarded icon.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

Where to get them

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Grand Seiko SBGA211
Grand Seiko SBGA211
MSRP $6,900
Traska Seafarer Charcoal
Traska Seafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
SBGA211
Grand SeikoSBGA211
MSRP $6,900
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA21141mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA21172h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
SBGA211100m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
SBGA211$6,900
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9R65
9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,900
$665

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