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Grand Seiko SBGH341vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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SBGH341
Grand SeikoSBGH341
MSRP $7,900
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH34138mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
SBGH34155h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
SBGH341100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
SBGH341$7,900
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
12.9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S85
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,900
$328

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH341

The Grand Seiko SBGH341 is noted for its vintage-friendly 38mm size and high-intensity titanium construction. Reviewers highlight its bezel-less design and textured light pink dial. The hi-beat automatic calibre 9S85 movement offers a claimed accuracy of +5 to -3 seconds per day. One concern raised is that the highly polished Zaratsu case finish may be prone to scratching. The titanium bracelet lacks micro-adjustment. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGH341 for its refined 38mm sizing and lightweight titanium build.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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