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Grand Seiko SBGR299vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR29942mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
SBGR29972h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
SBGR299100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
SBGR299$4,300
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
13.1mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
43mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S61
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,300
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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