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Grand Seiko SBGD201vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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SBGD201
Grand SeikoSBGD201
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD20143mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
SBGD201192h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
SBGD201100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
SBGD201
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
43mm
36mm
Thickness
13.2mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.8mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
Type
Spring Drive
Quartz
Power Reserve
192h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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