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Grand Seiko SBGR321vsZelos Artemis

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SBGR321
Grand SeikoSBGR321
MSRP $5,200
Artemis
ZelosArtemis
MSRP $1,899

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR32140mm
Artemis40mm
Power Reserve
SBGR32172h
Artemis40h
Water Resistance
SBGR321100m
Artemis50m
MSRP
SBGR321$5,200
Artemis$1,899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Thickness
13mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Titanium

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S65
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200
$1,899

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGR321

Grand Seiko SBGR321 owners and reviewers widely praise its attractive design, compelling dimensions, and robust movement. The watch features sharp case lines with contrasting brushing and polishing, a 40mm steel case that provides presence without bulk, and 100m water resistance. Its sunburst blue dial, inspired by the dawn sky over Mount Iwate, showcases Grand Seiko's signature finishing on applied markers and hands, with a red-tipped seconds hand. The 9S65 automatic movement is noted for its precision, running within specifications, with one source reporting a +5 to -3 seconds a day rate and a 3-day power reserve. A blue rotor with a crimson rim, also inspired by Mount Iwate, is visible through the display caseback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGR321 highly for its exceptional finishing and compelling blue dial design at its price point.

Zelos Artemis

The watch's unique modular case construction with a sandblasted titanium outer case and a grey/white Cerakote coating on the center is a notable strength. The FKM rubber strap can be prone to a slight rattle, which may be a minor annoyance for some owners. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value proposition, with one reviewer questioning its value for collectors.

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