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Grand Seiko SLGB001vsHELM Togiak Expedition UTC

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SLGB001
Grand SeikoSLGB001
MSRP $39,000
Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00137mm
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00172h
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
Water Resistance
SLGB001100m
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
MSRP
SLGB001$39,000
Togiak Expedition UTC$380

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
37mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Platinum
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Seiko Instruments NH34
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$39,000
$380

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB001

The Grand Seiko SLGB001 is a limited edition platinum watch in the Evolution 9 collection, featuring a 37mm case and the new Calibre 9RB2 Spring Drive U.F.A. movement, rated to ±20 seconds per year. It has an "Ice Forest" dial with a deep blue hue and a silver seconds hand, but notably lacks lume. A criticism is the absence of a micro-adjustment clasp on its leather strap. Overall, reviewers highlight the watch's advanced movement and distinctive dial as key features.

HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

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