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Grand Seiko SBGX355vsCIGA Design SKELETON

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SBGX355
Grand SeikoSBGX355
MSRP $4,100
SKELETON
CIGA DesignSKELETON
MSRP $169
What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

CIGA Design SKELETON

Owners widely praise the CIGA Design SKELETON for its value and willingness to challenge established brands, with some surprised by its quality. One owner reports their CIGA Design Series Z in Black DLC has been perfect for over four years, keeping good time and looking neat. However, some find the skeletonized movement's visibility obscured by reflections due to the lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal. One owner reported their CIGA Design Z Series Skeleton broke after three months with no customer service response. Overall, owners rate the CIGA Design SKELETON highly for its surprising quality and value proposition.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35537mm
SKELETON
Power Reserve
SBGX35540h
SKELETON
Water Resistance
SBGX355100m
SKELETON
MSRP
SBGX355$4,100
SKELETON$169

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
37mm
Thickness
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9F62
SEAGULL AAA-Class
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
19

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$169
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