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Grand Seiko SBGA413vsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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The bottom line

Profile favors the Seafarer Charcoal at 12mm thick versus 12.8mm on the SBGA413, so it slips under a cuff with less fuss.

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.

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.

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Grand Seiko SBGA413
Grand Seiko SBGA413
MSRP $7,200
Traska Seafarer Charcoal
Traska Seafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665
SBGA413
Grand SeikoSBGA413
MSRP $7,200
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA41340mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA41372h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
SBGA413100m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
SBGA413$7,200
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
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
$7,200
$665

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