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Grand Seiko SBGD201vsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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SBGD201
Grand SeikoSBGD201
Solent Timer
Marloe Watch CompanySolent Timer
MSRP $507

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD20143mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
SBGD201192h
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
SBGD201100m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
SBGD201
Solent Timer$507

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Sport
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.8mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9R01
Miyota 9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
192h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$507

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGD201

Grand Seiko SBGD201 owners and reviewers praise its stellar platinum case with Zaratsu polishing and diamond-dust dial, with one reviewer calling it the most beautiful Grand Seiko they have seen. Its Spring Drive caliber 9R01 movement offers an 8-day power reserve from three barrels. While some find the 43mm size too large for its design, others find the 168-gram platinum case comfortable despite its heft. Some community members note the movement finishing is simplistic for its price point and would prefer the artistic finesse of higher-end alternatives. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGD201 for its exquisite finishing and impressive technical specifications at its price.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

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