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Grand Seiko SBGP009vsSternglas Taiga GMT

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SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP00940mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
SBGP00940h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
SBGP009100m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
SBGP009$3,100
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
52mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9F85
Ronda 505.24H
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$237

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

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