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Grand Seiko SBGV245vsNodus Sector II GMT

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SBGV245
Grand SeikoSBGV245
MSRP $3,000
Sector II GMT
NodusSector II GMT
MSRP $525

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGV24540mm
Sector II GMT38mm
Power Reserve
SBGV24540h
Sector II GMT41h
Water Resistance
SBGV245200m
Sector II GMT100m
MSRP
SBGV245$3,000
Sector II GMT$525

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9F82
TMI NH34 (GMT)
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,000
$525

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko SBGV245

Grand Seiko SBGV245 owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing with mixed polishing and brushing, faceted indices, sharp hands, and matte dial, noting its robust tool-watch specifications including 200m water resistance, anti-magnetism, and Lumibrite. The 9F82 quartz movement is lauded for its precision, accurate to +/- 10 seconds per year, offering a refined, set-it-and-forget-it experience with carefree maintenance. Some owners report the Zaratsu polished surfaces and sharp bezel are prone to dings and scratches, and one notes the second hand does not perfectly align with the markers. This JDM-exclusive Grand Seiko SBGV245 is rarely available and commands a high price even on the resale market. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV245 highly for its exceptional finishing and technical innovation at a competitive price point.

From video reviewers

The 9F Quartz movement is a high-precision quartz movement with a 50-year lifespan. The watch's exceptional finishing is another level, with reviewers praising its high-quality craftsmanship. The watch's lug width of 20mm might be a drawback for those with smaller wrists or limited strap options, and the lume brightness is somewhat lacking.

Nodus Sector II GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Nodus Sector II GMT for its versatile, refined design and surprisingly good finishing for its compelling price point. The watch features a regulated Seiko NH34 movement, running at +5 seconds per day according to one review, a sapphire crystal with AR coating, and 100 meters of water resistance. Some owners wish for lume on the GMT hand and prefer a bi-directional GMT bezel over the 120-click dive timing bezel, while others find the NH34 movement overpriced for the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II GMT highly for its refined design and impressive finishing at its price point.

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