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Grand Seiko SBGR299vsZelos Spearfish 3

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SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR29942mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
SBGR29972h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
SBGR299100m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
SBGR299$4,300
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
40mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S61
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,300
$749

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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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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