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Grand Seiko SBGZ003vsZelos Comet 39

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SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ00338.5mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ00384h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
SBGZ00330m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
SBGZ003
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
9.8mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
39mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
84h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,499

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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