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Grand Seiko SBGD201vsVaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker

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SBGD201
Grand SeikoSBGD201
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
VaerDS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker
MSRP $349

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD20143mm
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker38mm
Power Reserve
SBGD201192h
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker40h
Water Resistance
SBGD201100m
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker200m
MSRP
SBGD201
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker$349

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349

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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 DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker

The Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker is praised for its 38mm size and the inclusion of three Topo-designed straps and an accessory case. It utilizes a solar-powered Epson quartz movement, noted as a solid workhorse. Overall, owners appreciate the practical inclusions and the compact sizing of the Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker.

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