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Grand Seiko SBGA293vsWilliam Wood Fearless

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SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200
Fearless
William WoodFearless
MSRP $920

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA29340.2mm
Fearless39mm
Power Reserve
SBGA29372h
Fearless40h
Water Resistance
SBGA293100m
Fearless100m
MSRP
SBGA293$5,200
Fearless$920

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.2mm
39mm
Thickness
12.8mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
39mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Yellow

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$920

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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.

William Wood Fearless

The William Wood Fearless is noted for its wearable 39mm case size and comfortable 45mm lug-to-lug, with a matte black ion-plated finish and colorful rehaut accents. Reviewers highlight its recycled fire hose strap and 100m water resistance, stemming from its firefighter heritage. The Seiko NH35 movement is considered accurate for its price point. On balance, reviewers find the William Wood Fearless to be a well-finished field watch with unique heritage elements.

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