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Grand Seiko SBGD228vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD22844.5mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
SBGD228192h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
SBGD228100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
SBGD228$273,000
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44.5mm
36mm
Thickness
14.4mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
43mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Gold
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
$273,000
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

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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