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Grand Seiko SLGB001vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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SLGB001
Grand SeikoSLGB001
MSRP $39,000
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00137mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00172h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
SLGB001100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
SLGB001$39,000
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
46mm
Material
Platinum
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
Miyota 9075
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$39,000
$935

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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.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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