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Grand Seiko SLGB003vsTudor Ranger

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SLGB003
Grand SeikoSLGB003
MSRP $11,400
Ranger
TudorRanger
MSRP $3,900

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00337mm
Ranger36mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00372h
Ranger70h
Water Resistance
SLGB003100m
Ranger100m
MSRP
SLGB003$11,400
Ranger$3,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
37mm
36mm
Thickness
11.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Satin
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
9RB2
MT5400
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
72h
70h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,400
$3,900

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB003

Grand Seiko SLGB003 owners widely praise its lightness and comfort, with a dial that offers a shifting character in different lighting conditions. Reviewers note its compact case size enhances wearability and versatility across wrist sizes. However, one owner found the dial underwhelming, and another reported a date disc issue with lower numbers not changing correctly. Some question the value proposition at around $10,000, citing the bracelet and dial as potential drawbacks, while others highlight the movement and smaller dimensions as significant positives. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGB003 highly for its movement and compact dimensions, despite some reservations about the dial and bracelet.

From video reviewers

The watch's exceptional accuracy is a notable strength, with both reviewers highlighting its precise timekeeping. A weakness is the relatively high price point compared to other Grand Seiko models. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with one reviewer noting it's relatively small at 37mm, while the other doesn't mention case size as a concern.

Tudor Ranger

The Tudor Ranger is highly regarded by owners for its balanced dial, legible markers, and traditional 36mm sizing, with some rating it above other Tudor models. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified MT5405 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers praise the Tudor Ranger for its excellent value and classic design.

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