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Grand Seiko SBGR299vsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR29942mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
SBGR29972h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
SBGR299100m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
SBGR299$4,300
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
13.1mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
45mm
Lug Width
21mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S61
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,300
$499

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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.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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