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Grand Seiko SBGA427vsVario NAVI Single Hand Compass

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SBGA427
Grand SeikoSBGA427
MSRP $5,800
NAVI Single Hand Compass
VarioNAVI Single Hand Compass
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA42739mm
NAVI Single Hand Compass38mm
Power Reserve
SBGA42772h
NAVI Single Hand Compass40h
Water Resistance
SBGA427100m
NAVI Single Hand Compass100m
MSRP
SBGA427$5,800
NAVI Single Hand Compass$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Miyota 82s5
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$428

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA427

Grand Seiko SBGA427 owners widely praise its extensive Zaratsu polishing and the "hall of mirrors" effect created by its diamond-cut indexes, complemented by a subtle, reeded dial and a striking green seconds hand. The 39mm case is noted for its comfortable, tapered bracelet, and the 9R65 Spring Drive movement is visible through the caseback. Some owners report the highly polished Zaratsu finish is prone to scuffs and scratches, with one mentioning a scratch near 1 o'clock. The Grand Seiko SBGA427 sold for $3750. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA427 highly for its exceptional finishing and the unique visual appeal of its dial and indexes.

Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass

Owners praise the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its unique single-hand design and understated nautical theme, finding it reflects their personal style. The watch is a 38mm vintage-inspired timepiece with 100m water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 8s25 automatic movement has a 40-hour power reserve and its unidirectional winding rotor may wobble. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its refreshingly different take and casual time-telling dial.

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