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Grand Seiko SLGC001vsTudor Pelagos Ultra

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SLGC001
Grand SeikoSLGC001
MSRP $14,700
Pelagos Ultra
TudorPelagos Ultra
MSRP $6,900

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGC00143.2mm
Pelagos Ultra40mm
Power Reserve
SLGC00172h
Pelagos Ultra65h
Water Resistance
SLGC001100m
Pelagos Ultra1,000m
MSRP
SLGC001$14,700
Pelagos Ultra$6,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
43.2mm
40mm
Thickness
15.3mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Satin
Water Resistance
100m
1000m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
9SC5
MT5612-U
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
72h
65h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$14,700
$6,900

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGC001

The Grand Seiko SLGC001 is praised for its high-tech titanium construction and 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the new 9SC5 movement, a 5Hz caliber with a +5 to -3 seconds per day accuracy rating. The watch features a balanced tri-compax dial and 100m water resistance. However, its 43.2mm width and 15.3mm thickness are described as bulky, and some find its styling less distinctive than previous models. On balance, reviewers highlight the technical achievement of Grand Seiko's first mechanical chronograph, despite its substantial dimensions.

Tudor Pelagos Ultra

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is praised for its 1000 meters of water resistance, METAS-certified Calibre MT5612-U movement, and fully lumed dial and bezel. Reviewers highlight its titanium case and self-adjusting clasp as key features. The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is slightly larger at 43mm than some other models in the line but wears comfortably. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos Ultra highly for its technical specifications and comfortable wearability as a flagship dive watch.

From video reviewers

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra's all-titanium construction provides a lightweight and durable case. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the helium release valve is a notable feature or a drawback for a more streamlined design.

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