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Grand Seiko SBGR299vsGrand Seiko SBGY011

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SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300
SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR29942mm
SBGY01140mm
Power Reserve
SBGR29972h
SBGY01172h
Water Resistance
SBGR299100m
SBGY011100m
MSRP
SBGR299$4,300
SBGY011$8,800

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.1mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
21mm
19mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S61
9R31
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,300
$8,800

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGR299

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGR299 for its striking blue second hand, silver rhodium dial, no-date design, and the impressive 72-hour power reserve, noting its excellent value. The watch's high polish finishing is frequently described as outstanding, akin to a polished samurai sword. Some owners express concern over legibility due to silver hands on a silver dial, though this is not a universal sentiment. One owner reported accuracy of approximately -20 seconds per day, while another found the 42mm case size wearable. The pre-owned price is noted around $3,399.00. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR299 highly for its exceptional finishing and distinctive design elements at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

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