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Grand Seiko SLGB006vsGrand Seiko SLGW003

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SLGB006
Grand SeikoSLGB006
MSRP $43,600
SLGW003
Grand SeikoSLGW003
MSRP $11,600

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB00637mm
SLGW00338.6mm
Power Reserve
SLGB00672h
SLGW00380h
Water Resistance
SLGB006100m
SLGW00330m
MSRP
SLGB006$43,600
SLGW003$11,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
38.6mm
Thickness
11.4mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.3mm
45mm
Material
Gold
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB2
9SA4
Type
Spring Drive
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$43,600
$11,600

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB006

The Grand Seiko SLGB006 is praised for its stunning "Ice Forest at Dawn" textured dial and 37mm 18k yellow gold case, with some finding it gorgeous enough to wear even if they don't typically prefer gold watches. It houses the Spring Drive Calibre 9RB2 movement, noted for its "Ultra Fine Accuracy" of ±20 seconds per year and a 72-hour power reserve. However, the Grand Seiko SLGB006 is considered expensive by some, with a price of $43,600 or €44,700 for its limited production of 80 pieces, and one owner suggests alternatives offer a more refined feel. The watch lacks the Evolution 9 micro-adjustment system. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SLGB006's striking dial and movement accuracy as its primary strengths, despite its high price point and limited availability.

Grand Seiko SLGW003

The Grand Seiko SLGW003 is praised for its comfortable, lightweight Brilliant Hard Titanium case, meticulous finishing, and a clean, modern dial. Reviewers highlight the new 9SA4 manual-wind movement, noting its attractive finishing, 80-hour power reserve, and accuracy of -3/+5 seconds per day. It is considered a versatile dress watch blending vintage and future Grand Seiko spirit. The €11,700 price is noted as expensive, with some questioning its value. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW003 highly for its elegant design and impressive manual-wind movement at its flagship price point.

From video reviewers

The slim profile of the Evolution 9 case is a key strength. Water resistance is a weakness, with figures of 50 meters and 30 meters cited. Reviewers disagree on whether the manual-wind Hi-Beat movement is a rarity or a notable addition.

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