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Grand Seiko SBGY011vsGrand Seiko STGK031

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SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800
STGK031
Grand SeikoSTGK031
MSRP $6,600

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGY01140mm
STGK03130mm
Power Reserve
SBGY01172h
STGK03150h
Water Resistance
SBGY011100m
STGK031100m
MSRP
SBGY011$8,800
STGK031$6,600

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
30mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
36.2mm
Lug Width
19mm
15mm

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R31
9S27
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,800
$6,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko SBGY011

Grand Seiko SBGY011 owners praise its stunning, subtly textured white dial, with one owner describing its glide as very smooth and the dial itself as stunning in person. The Spring Drive movement is a key appeal, noted for its accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The 40mm stainless steel 44GS case is also a feature. One reviewer expressed a preference for a bracelet over the included crocodile strap. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SBGY011's exceptional dial aesthetics and Spring Drive accuracy as its primary strengths.

Grand Seiko STGK031

Grand Seiko STGK031 owners widely praise its subtle, light pink dial that shifts to appear white or silver depending on lighting, its refined 30mm case size, and its simple elegance. Some find the 30mm sizing perfect for wearability, with one owner noting it is ideal for those who find 38mm watches too large. The Zaratsu polishing is also a noted strength. However, the Calibre 9S27 movement has a 50-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of +8 to -3 seconds per day, which some consider modest for the price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko STGK031 highly for its versatile dial and refined 30mm case.

From video reviewers

The 50-hour power reserve of the Calibre 9S27 movement is a shared strength. The 36mm lug-to-lug measurement is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the premium feel of the polished stainless steel case and bracelet compared to Zaratsu polishing.

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