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Grand Seiko SBGA413vsGrand Seiko SBGH281

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SBGA413
Grand SeikoSBGA413
MSRP $7,200
SBGH281
Grand SeikoSBGH281
MSRP $6,300

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA41340mm
SBGH28140mm
Power Reserve
SBGA41372h
SBGH28155h
Water Resistance
SBGA413100m
SBGH281100m
MSRP
SBGA413$7,200
SBGH281$6,300

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12.8mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
21mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
9S85
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,200
$6,300

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA413

Grand Seiko SBGA413 owners and reviewers widely praise its captivating dial, particularly its subtle artistry, and the mesmerizing Spring Drive movement's reliability and unparalleled mechanical accuracy, with some noting their Spring Drive watches run within half a second per day. The 40mm titanium case, featuring intricate geometries and a satin brush finish, is also highlighted, as are the Zaratsu-polished surfaces. Legibility is considered excellent, even with silver hands on the pink dial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGA413 highly for its beautiful dial and the Spring Drive movement's accuracy and refinement.

Grand Seiko SBGH281

The Grand Seiko SBGH281 is lauded for its 44GS-style case, which exemplifies the brand's "Grammar of Design" with its sharp facets and broad case band, and its Hi-Beat 36000vph Caliber 9S85 movement, noted for an ultra-smooth second hand. Reviewers highlight the exceptional finishing, including Zaratsu polishing and hand-polished markers, as offering significant value at its €6,200 price point. The watch features an accuracy rating of +5/–3 seconds per day, a 55-hour power reserve, and 100-meter water resistance, all executed to Grand Seiko's high standards, and is limited to 1,500 pieces. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH281 highly for its iconic case design and superb finishing at its price.

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