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Grand Seiko SBGJ237vsBoldr The Boys

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SBGJ237
Grand SeikoSBGJ237
MSRP $7,600
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGJ23744.2mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
SBGJ23755h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
SBGJ237200m
The Boys200m
MSRP
SBGJ237$7,600
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Tool
Diameter
44.2mm
38mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.6mm
44mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S86
Seiko NH35A
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,600
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGJ237

Grand Seiko SBGJ237 owners and reviewers praise its impeccable finishing, Hi-Beat 36,000vph movement, and functional GMT complication. The watch is noted for its good value at €7,000, featuring a stainless steel bracelet with alternating brushed and polished surfaces, and a sapphire bezel with a day/night indicator. Reviewers highlight the lovely lume and the bezel's vintage-inspired, asymmetric color split, which uses LumiBrite for low-light legibility. The 9S86 Hi-Beat movement offers impressive accuracy of -5 to +3 seconds per day and a 55-hour power reserve. The SBGJ237 boasts 200-meter water resistance. However, the 44.2mm case size, measuring 14.4mm thick, may require slightly larger wrists, and its elevated crystal and less prominent bezel contribute to a thickness that might feel less substantial in person. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGJ237 for its combination of finishing, movement technology, and GMT functionality at its price point.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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