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Grand Seiko SBGX353vsZelos Great White 43

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SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100
Great White 43
ZelosGreat White 43
MSRP $599

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35334mm
Great White 4343mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35340h
Great White 4340h
Water Resistance
SBGX35330m
Great White 43300m
MSRP
SBGX353$4,100
Great White 43$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
43mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F61
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$599

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

Zelos Great White 43

Owners widely praise the Zelos Great White 43's "unbelievable" and "amazing" lume, particularly on the carbon and Frost variants. The Miyota 9015 movement and 300m water resistance are noted features. Some owners find the 43mm size large, while others report it wears well. Opinions are divided on colorways, with some disappointed by the absence of a "Nebula" option and others finding the "Arctic" version striking. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Great White 43 highly for its exceptional lume and robust specifications at the price point.

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