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Grand Seiko SLGB023vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SLGB023
Grand SeikoSLGB023
MSRP $12,400
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGB02340.8mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SLGB02372h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SLGB023300m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SLGB023$12,400
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40.8mm
38mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RB1
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,400
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGB023

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGB023 for its comfortable 40.8mm titanium case and the smooth winding feel of its Spring Drive 9RB1 movement. The dial's gradient blue "ushio" motif is a highlight, though some reviewers note the bezel's fully lumed scale as a missed opportunity. Enthusiasts are divided on the power reserve indicator's placement and the design of the hour and minute hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGB023 highly for its comfortable titanium case and the refined Spring Drive movement.

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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