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Grand Seiko SBGX353vsZelos Thresher 44

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SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35334mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35340h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
SBGX35330m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
SBGX353$4,100
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
44mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
500m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F61
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$549

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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 Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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