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Grand Seiko SBGZ011vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGZ011
Grand SeikoSBGZ011
MSRP $84,000
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGZ01140mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGZ01184h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGZ01130m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGZ011$84,000
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
9.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
38mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
84h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$84,000
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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