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Grand Seiko SBGZ003vsHelgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

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SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda
HelgraySuperfast Automatic - Silver Panda
MSRP $799

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ00338.5mm
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ00384h
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40h
Water Resistance
SBGZ00330m
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda100m
MSRP
SBGZ003
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda$799

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
9.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
84h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799

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What people say

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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.

Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

The Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda is praised for its attractive, timeless panda aesthetic and value, featuring a reliable Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. However, its wearability is described as bulky and boxy, the lume is disappointing, lasting only 5-10 minutes, and the chronograph pusher action is slightly stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda for its appealing panda dial and value proposition.

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