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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsZelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

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SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze
ZelosHammerhead V3 300m Bronze
MSRP $449

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze44mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze40h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze300m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
44mm
Thickness
14.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
44mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze - Frost

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$449

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

Owners widely praise the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze for its distinctive 70s-inspired design, slim 13.5mm case, and improved lume, offering a sophisticated timepiece at an accessible price point starting at $349. The unique dial is noted for evoking an otherworldly feeling, and the comfortable bracelet features on-the-fly micro-adjustment. Some enthusiasts express frustration with shipping delays and a desire to see the watch on a wrist before purchase. One owner flags that the clasp material could be more scratch-resistant, and resizing bracelet pins can be stubborn. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze highly for its unique design and build quality at its price point.

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