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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsZelos Spearfish 3

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SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
40mm
Thickness
14.3mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
40mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$749

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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 Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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