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Grand Seiko SBGX355vsWilliam Wood Beacon

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SBGX355
Grand SeikoSBGX355
MSRP $4,100
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35537mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35540h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
SBGX355100m
Beacon50m
MSRP
SBGX355$4,100
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
37mm
41mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
41mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F62
Ronda 762

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$495

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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.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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