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Grand Seiko SBGA427vsZelos GT

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SBGA427
Grand SeikoSBGA427
MSRP $5,800
GT
ZelosGT
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA42739mm
GT42mm
Power Reserve
SBGA42772h
GT40h
Water Resistance
SBGA427100m
GT100m
MSRP
SBGA427$5,800
GT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
12.3mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
42mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
SS - Azzurro

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Miyota 9133
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$499

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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.

Zelos GT

The Zelos GT is lauded for its value and bold design, with owners highlighting the cool power reserve meter and superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. Some owners find the case and lugs could hug the wrist better, and the bracelet is noted as being quite long, requiring significant link removal for a 7.1-inch wrist. The dark green dial, while inspired by Lamborghini, is described as appearing mostly black. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and the quality of its bracelet at the price point.

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