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Grand Seiko SBGA469vsBoldr The Vogelkop

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SBGA469
Grand SeikoSBGA469
MSRP $5,600
The Vogelkop
BoldrThe Vogelkop
MSRP $449

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA46941mm
The Vogelkop40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA46972h
The Vogelkop40h
Water Resistance
SBGA469100m
The Vogelkop200m
MSRP
SBGA469$5,600
The Vogelkop$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Vogelkop Superb
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Seiko NH38A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,600
$449

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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.

Boldr The Vogelkop

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

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