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Grand Seiko SBGA469vsSpinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

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SBGA469
Grand SeikoSBGA469
MSRP $5,600
Tesei Mille Metri GMT
SpinnakerTesei Mille Metri GMT
MSRP $559

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA46941mm
Tesei Mille Metri GMT44mm
Power Reserve
SBGA46972h
Tesei Mille Metri GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGA469100m
Tesei Mille Metri GMT1,000m
MSRP
SBGA469$5,600
Tesei Mille Metri GMT$559

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
12.5mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Seiko NH34A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,600
$559

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGA469

The Grand Seiko SBGA469 is widely praised for its textured indigo dial, described as cobalt with exceptional depth and a subtle "rock pattern" evoking Katsuiro indigo, which some find more appealing than a plain blue. Owners appreciate the Zaratsu polished stainless steel case and the practical, albeit divisive, power reserve indicator. The watch measures 41mm with a 49mm lug-to-lug, making it suitable for smaller wrists. It houses the Spring Drive Caliber 9R65, offering 72 hours of power reserve and accuracy rated at +/- 1 second per day or +/- 15 seconds per month. The case is 100m water-resistant with a screw-down crown. One owner notes the watch scratches easily. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGA469 for its striking textured dial and refined finishing.

Spinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

The Spinnaker Fleuss Midnight Black features a reliable and accurate Japanese TMI NH35 Automatic Movement with 3 Hands and Date. A potential drawback is the watch's relatively low 15 ATM water-resistance rating compared to other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for larger wrists, with one reviewer noting a 43mm diameter and 51mm lug-to-lug fit, while the other mentions a 51mm lug-to-lug measurement.

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