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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsAevig Thule GMT

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

Aevig Thule GMT

Owners widely praise the Aevig Thule GMT for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and the accurate NH34 movement running at 1-2 seconds fast per day. The watch also features fantastic AR coating, a quick-release bracelet, and excellent customer service. Some wish for sharper case angles and polished details to enhance its dressier appeal, and macro photos suggest potential irregularities on the hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule GMT highly for its vintage charm and practical features at an affordable price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Thule GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Thule GMT70h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Thule GMT100m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Thule GMT$755

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
48.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Grand Seiko 9S66
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
72h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$755
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