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Grand Seiko SBGE277vsZelos Spearfish 3

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SBGE277
Grand SeikoSBGE277
MSRP $6,800
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGE27744mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
SBGE27772h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
SBGE277200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
SBGE277$6,800
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
14.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.8mm
40mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R66
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,800
$749

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGE277

Owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, with one owner noting their wrist size can accommodate it. The watch was purchased in Japan for $4950 USD, benefiting from a 35-year low yen. One owner expresses significant concern over reported negative experiences with the brand's New Jersey service center, fearing long wait times and subpar treatment. On balance, owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, though service center experiences are a notable concern for some.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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