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Grand Seiko SBGY011vsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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SBGY011
Grand SeikoSBGY011
MSRP $8,800
Skindiver Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver Automatic
MSRP $549

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGY01140mm
Skindiver Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
SBGY01172h
Skindiver Automatic40h
Water Resistance
SBGY011100m
Skindiver Automatic200m
MSRP
SBGY011$8,800
Skindiver Automatic$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R31
Miyota 9039
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,800
$549

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm for its vintage-inspired design, compact 38mm size, and tool-like aesthetic, offering good value for its price. The watch features ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, a clean dial, and a Miyota 9039 no-date movement. Some owners find the push-pull crown a drawback, while others note the clasp and some bracelet links can feel sharp. Opinions are split on the bracelet design, with some finding it confusing and others praising its articulation and micro-adjustments. One owner found the 40mm case felt larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool-watch appeal at a reasonable price.

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