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Grand Seiko SLGH017vsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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SLGH017
Grand SeikoSLGH017
MSRP $10,500
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SLGH01740mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
SLGH01780h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
SLGH017100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
SLGH017$10,500
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
11.7mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9SA5
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,500
$279

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SLGH017

Grand Seiko SLGH017 owners and reviewers widely praise its impeccable finishing on the applied markers and handset, and its lightweight titanium case and bracelet. The high-beat 9SA5 movement is noted for its approximately 80-hour power reserve, with accuracy figures reported by owners ranging from +4 sec/day to +5 to -3 seconds per day, though some owners express concerns about accuracy deviating significantly from specifications. Some find the "Night Birch" dial stunning and appreciate the Evo 9 case design, while others note the dial texture appears less pronounced on its matte black surface and criticize the handset's proportions and lack of lume. The Grand Seiko SLGH017 is priced at €10,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGH017 highly for its lightweight titanium construction and impeccable finishing.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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