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Grand Seiko SBGZ011vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ01140mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ01184h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
SBGZ01130m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
SBGZ011$84,000
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
9.6mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
43mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$84,000
$299

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGZ011

Grand Seiko SBGZ011 owners widely praise its in-person beauty and the finest Zaratsu polishing, noting that photos do not capture its artistry. Some owners find the framed logo and lettering detract from the dial's balance, and a few describe the watch as too flashy or "bling" for their taste, with one owner feeling its design deviates from Grand Seiko's ethos. The strap is also widely disliked. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ011 highly for its stunning Zaratsu polishing and unique, beautiful in-person presence, despite some finding it overly flashy.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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