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Grand Seiko SBGP009vsHelgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

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SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100
Skyfighter (Refurbished)
HelgraySkyfighter (Refurbished)
MSRP $199

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP00940mm
Skyfighter (Refurbished)42mm
Power Reserve
SBGP00940h
Skyfighter (Refurbished)40h
Water Resistance
SBGP009100m
Skyfighter (Refurbished)50m
MSRP
SBGP009$3,100
Skyfighter (Refurbished)$199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F85
Swiss-Made Ronda 5021.D Strap

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$199

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) for its handsome, sporty yet understated design, finding it versatile and good value at its price point. One owner notes the watch is in excellent condition with no marks on the case or crystal, and only minor scuffs on the caseback. However, the brand faces criticism for poor build quality, low-quality movements, and a lack of customer service. On balance, owners find the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) to be a versatile and well-priced quartz chronograph, despite concerns about the brand's overall quality and service.

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