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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsHELM Togiak Expedition UTC

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SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380
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.

HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Togiak Expedition UTC$380

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9S66
Seiko Instruments NH34
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$380
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