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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsSeiko Ice Diver

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Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

Seiko Ice Diver

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its robust build, classic dive watch design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its strong lume and comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently flag its superior bezel action and overall finishing as standout features for its price point. Some owners find the 43mm case size substantial, with one noting it felt big, thick, and heavy on a 6.5-inch wrist, though others consider it a perfect size. The movement's power reserve is noted as less than newer variants by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its classic design and robust build at an accessible price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Ice Diver45mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Ice Diver70h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Ice Diver200m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Ice Diver$900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
45mm
Thickness
14.3mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Grand Seiko 9R65
Seiko 6R35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$900
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