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Grand Seiko SBGA293vsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA29340.2mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
SBGA29372h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
SBGA293100m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
SBGA293$5,200
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.2mm
43mm
Thickness
12.8mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
52mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$850

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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