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Grand Seiko SBGY011vsTissot Chemin Des Tourelles

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SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800
Chemin Des Tourelles
TissotChemin Des Tourelles
MSRP $950

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGY01140mm
Chemin Des Tourelles42mm
Power Reserve
SBGY01172h
Chemin Des Tourelles80h
Water Resistance
SBGY011100m
Chemin Des Tourelles50m
MSRP
SBGY011$8,800
Chemin Des Tourelles$950

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.27mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
42mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman and indexes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R31
Powermatic 80
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,800
$950

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What people say

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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.

Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles

Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles owners and reviewers widely praise its 39mm case size for universal appeal and wearability, along with the reliable Powermatic 80 movement offering an 80-hour power reserve. The finishing on the brushed steel, sharp lugs, and polished bezel is noted as impressive, and the domed crystal adds to its aesthetic. Some find the dial details particularly appealing in sunlight, contributing to its classy and versatile styling suitable for any occasion. However, one reviewer observes the dial texture can disappear in certain lighting, and a white date window at 6 o'clock is considered divisive. Another notes a lack of individuality compared to some alternatives. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles highly for its elegant dial design and accessible price point.

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