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Grand Seiko SBGD228vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGD22844.5mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGD228192h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGD228100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGD228$273,000
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44.5mm
38mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
38mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
192h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$273,000
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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