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Grand Seiko SBGZ003vsGrand Seiko SLGW004

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Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

Grand Seiko SLGW004

The Grand Seiko SLGW004 is praised for its elegant, faithful reissue design and impressive technical execution, featuring a new 9SA4 hi-beat manual-winding movement with an 80-hour power reserve and accuracy of -3/+5 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the sharp case facets, double-signed dial, and beautifully decorated movement visible through the display caseback, along with an enjoyable winding experience. One reviewer noted a desire for better water resistance and expressed a dislike for the etched sapphire case back. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW004 highly for its elegant design and technically impressive movement.

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ00338.5mm
SLGW00438.8mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ00384h
SLGW00480h
Water Resistance
SBGZ00330m
SLGW00430m
MSRP
SBGZ003
SLGW004$30,000

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38.8mm
Thickness
9.8mm
10.4mm
Material
Platinum
Gold

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
9SA4
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
84h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$30,000
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