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Grand Seiko SBGA481vsZelos Spearfish GMT

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SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100
Spearfish GMT
ZelosSpearfish GMT
MSRP $999

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGA48144.5mm
Spearfish GMT40mm
Power Reserve
SBGA48172h
Spearfish GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGA481200m
Spearfish GMT200m
MSRP
SBGA481$11,100
Spearfish GMT$999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44.5mm
40mm
Thickness
14.3mm
13mm
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
Frost

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Sellita SW330-2
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$999

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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 GMT

The Zelos Spearfish GMT is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its superb finishing, flawless machining, and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp that exceeds its price point. It features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, achieving an average accuracy of +2.6 seconds per day, or a Miyota 9075 movement offering flier-style GMT functionality. The 40mm case and bidirectional 48-click ceramic bezel are well-executed, though one reviewer noted a minor compromise in the end link fit. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

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