Omega Aqua Terra Vs Grand Seiko SBGA375 (44GS)

[@gavinBsussex]

I own both Omega and Grand Seiko watches (not the ones listed here) and I am certain that you can’t go wrong with either. Both look awesome and whichever watch catches your eyes aesthetically then go with that as Omega makes beautiful watches and so does Grand Seiko. I would buy either as they are both excellent.

[@drewmcmahon2629]

I love his you synched the second hands up perfectly.

[@welcomewrist]

Thank you for noticing 👍

[@MrAdmin00]

When you look at the second hand, the answer is quite obviously. Spring drive is my all time favour.

[@pushslice]

Indeed, fairly easy to discern when looking at it in the flesh. it’s like they’re from a different technology strata…

[@Gartenriese87]

Wow.. just the comparison I have been waiting for. Thank youuu!

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

Sold my Aquaterra for a GS last year. The GS is miles ahead.

[@bazs7669]

Why?

[@samtran5095]

Sold my GS and get Aqua Terra Skyfall 38.5, agreed GS is another level in finishing, but kinda big for a dress watch and too shiny with their rainbow reflective indexes with no lume for a sport watch. Omega steel just feels more supreme and Aqua Terra is better fit as GADA watch 😅 I would love to add another GS again but maybe their quartz 37mm sbgx261 with better proportion.

[@aramlevonian]

U never had an aqua terra

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

@@bazs7669 because the GS is a better watch.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

@@samtran5095 i got the SBGA 283. It's 39mm.

[@flyingrocket3879]

I just love GS movement’s so refreshing. The spring drive is mesmerising.

[@welcomewrist]

Yep, the sweep is so cool to look at.

[@DudeEsq]

The METAS certification, 15,000 Gauss anti-magnetism, 150m water resistance, and more contemporary styling tips it in favor of the AT. Great comparison video; can’t go wrong with either.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh man! I love both BUT it’s AT for me. It’s just that sportier edge, which I prefer in an every day watch and soooo many size options. I also prefer the AT bracelet 🙈.

[@stargazer1059]

bunch of snobs

[@pierrelustenberger9913]

I'm lucky enough to have both. They are incredibles. The Omega AT has a superbe green dial, more versatile, and I have more positive comments on the OMEGA than with the GS. But as a watch enthusiast, I prefer the finishing of the GS that is simply unbeatable. The indices from GS are striped vertically, like with a knife, if you look closely ! All is done to catch the light, and it works great. The hands from the GS, even without loom, are way more exceptional that the AT (what about the second sweep !!!). The down side on both are the bracelets that are fine but not exceptional compare to the case even if i prefer the GS one. Both have an incredible movement with a advance on GS if you accept to compare different technology. So, the great textured green dial perfectly balanced or the more classic blue sunburst dial but with gorgeous saber hands in a perfect finished case ? If i had to choose, I just could not...

[@lamentate07]

The positive comments you receive are probably from people who recognise the Omega logo. GS finishing is far better.

[@billnichols4821]

Insightful and informative. I have the SBGA469 Katsu-Iro Indigo Spring Drive and LOVE it. I also have a mountain of respect for Omega. Only one request ; Please put a soft cloth on the table so we can't hear the watches crashing down. Otherwise, great video. Thanks

[@peterbedrosian622]

tough comparing those to watches great video i like the aqua terra too

[@dado380]

GS is on another level,hand crafting at it best!!!

[@ugaais]

Omega for me

[@rickjason215]

Both nice watches. I have a Snowflake and it is my everyday watch. I like the power reserve. I probably would go with the GS, but I wouldn’t be unhappy with the Omega.

[@welcomewrist]

Both are awesome watches! The snowflake is such an icon. Definitely on my list!

[@cryptoengineer9930]

Like both but the omega looks like a toy next to the GS. Love that smooth sweep.

[@peterjohn548]

I opted for and love my SBGA375, it just felt right on my wrist, yes it's attracted loads of patina in the form of scratches but I'm cool with that. I wear it daily and over each month its just over a second out.. the dial can appear the blackest of blacks through to the deepest of blues and even purple, I love the way it catches and plays with the light.. enjoyed your vid an insta post brought me here dude

[@welcomewrist]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! The SBGA375 is such an awesome watch. I love wearing mine and don't mind the scratches either. The dial is so hard to capture in videos, it must be seen in person to truly appreciate its beauty.

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

Thanks for sharing

[@jswede1]

That’s a helluva daily. Nice job.

[@WatchDanReviews]

The capped seconds hand is such a nice added little detail. Oddly enough the SBGP001 does not have the capped second hand and I have to say that tiny detail helped push me to the SBGP005 instead. Thanks for the video! Beautiful watches.

[@TwfOsÜn]

Great comparison ! Clear and pinpointed aspects greatings from istanbul

[@welcomewrist]

@@TwfOsÜn Thank you! It's so awesome knowing people from all over the world watch my videos.

[@MrBacchus18]

I went to the AD last year and tried on both of these. He was willing to do a discount for the Aqua Terra but not Grand Seiko.

[@clips1071]

Yeah cause the grand seiko is miles ahead in every aspect

[@aramlevonian]

@@clips1071 Swiss movement > Japanese. That’s all that needs to be said

[@rockymntdan1]

@@aramlevonian How do you figure. The spring drive is technically ahead.

[@aramlevonian]

@@rockymntdan1 i would much rather have a metas certification that be more precise by 1 second

[@dwb2016]

I started with a GS SBGA203 and later added the green Aqua Terra to my rotation (same model as this video), no doubt the GS is more formal for the office and is streets ahead in quality, the Omega is more versatile and can be dressed down for weekend wear. The spring drive is magical and of course knocks down the AT in accuracy. I can't imagine life without either of them now 😊

[@eliasmoubarak946]

I would personally choose the omega because I love the brand, but I have to admit that the GS looks more luxurious.

[@caseytang2277]

I own the GS shown here and am quite glad I chose it over the AT. For one, I don't particularly like lume on a time-only watch, and the AT lume is designed poorly (the hands are super confusing in the dark). The polished steel indices/hands on the GS are absolutely gorgeous, and visible even in low light due to the high contrast with the dial. If I am in pitch black I check my phone for the time lol. Second, the GS bracelets get a lot of hate but I really like the bracelet and have been able to get a good fit without micro adjustment. The GS will also look epic on a leather strap with that iconic 44GS case. Third, the spring drive is way cooler than the co-axial IMO and also keeps more accurate time. If you want to be inspired each day by elite Japanese craft, buy a GS.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

Totally agree about low light legibility on the AT. Mine was hard to read and one of the reasons I sold it.

[@aramlevonian]

The AT is leagues better man. I own both. The reasons it’s better are endless. There’s a reason why Omega has so many celebrity endorsements. The bracelet on the AT looks better and feels more smooth than the GS. Next time you visit an Omega AD try on an AT. I’m considering selling my GS bc of how little I wear it. AT all the way.

[@Lien03]

If you change the bracelet of the GS to a leather, it would be unbeatable. Consider buying for my husband in the future. I love the face dial.

[@oneofthesidemen]

Jealous if you got the Shunbun or Snowflake.

[@lamentate07]

@@oneofthesidemen or Skyflake.

[@azarkala-s7b]

GS is another level

[@charlieboylol527]

Both are great watches , i think the connoisseur would go with the GS ,thanks

[@jswede1]

The indices and the case are a run-away victory for GS. Makes the Aquaterra look department store bought. Then add the movement. Not close.

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

Great comparison. The GS strikes Me as a dress watch where the Omega is more of a everyday/sports watch. Never out of place. But I got to admit That polishing on the GS is 🔥 af

[@randallhill7979]

Great video, I like both watches. I would pick GS

[@barrondeville1866]

I love Omega watches but this comparison shows how superior the finishing is on the Grand Seiko, truly outstanding.

[@SezerKemal]

Have watches from both brands. Finishing level and design wise, i prefer GS more. In person, the feeling of GS watches are comparable to a 5X more expensive Swiss or German rivals! Grand Seiko’s Hi Beat and Spring Drive movements are fantastic as well.

[@lamentate07]

Would be interesting to compare to the new Aqua Terras, which are more polished and blingy.

[@Big_Black_Clock]

Great comparison, exactly what I was looking for. Second had prices are pretty similar. With the GS being less obvious choice and more rare, it would be my choice. I would love to see it on some funky straps. Nato, leather, perlon - would it work, or does it only go good with the bracelet? Thanks for the video, much appreciated.

[@welcomewrist]

Thanks for watching! I'm personally a bracelet fan, however, I'm always down to try straps. I'll try to find some 19mm straps and do a video in the future.

[@Big_Black_Clock]

@@welcomewrist Brilliant, looking forward for the next episodes and looking for a piece to buy in the meantime :D

[@wristroll_vlad]

GS looks way more refined, both case and bracelet. Spring drive movement, amazing accuracy and better power reserve just make this unfair to poor AT

[@Shadowman-1960]

One thing nice about the Seiko SUR309 is it looks almost exactly like this Grand Seiko to a non watch enthusiast but only costs about $135.00.

[@pearlflubber]

Both of these watches are great, very hard to choose between the two

[@simonwright6882]

Great comparison! I'm just wondering if there is any version of the aqua tera with a fully brushed bracelet 🤔

[@welcomewrist]

The railmaster is very similar and has a brushed bracelet. I don't know if it will fit on the Aqua Terra though.

[@ItsPitterPatter]

Hi, could you tell us your wrist width for lug to lug fit purposes?

[@welcomewrist]

Around 55mm.

[@gizmofactory]

The holes in the case of the GS where the bracelet starts are so 1980s

[@XHobbiesPrime]

I wonder how the new King Seiko 39mm measure up against the Aqua Terra looks wise.

[@welcomewrist]

That would be an interesting one. If I ever get one I'll definitely do it.

[@nickgee7291]

that grand seiko man damnnnnn

[@gee4173]

I have the aqua terra with the light blue hand. I also have the new peacock. Which one wound you chose?

[@welcomewrist]

Hard decision! I'd have to see the peacock in person to make my judgement.

[@mauriciolguin]

Both are beautiful watches.

[@welcomewrist]

You really can't go wrong with either of them.

[@beanwithbaconmegarocket]

love the GS but the AT seems more versatile

[@TradDad2019]

I would say the 203 is a more direct competitor to this Omega seeing how it’s a 41mm case.

[@rockymntdan1]

As hard as you try, you can't really appreciate the 375 until you see it live. The polishing and sunburst effect are awesome. Can't really see it in any video.

[@danielxavier9169]

Grand Seiko!!!

[@yashkumar2042]

GS makes a watch as beautiful as at look ordinary

[@thkun33]

i choose GS

[@kaarthuisplus]

The aqua terra is thicker and yet looks less oversized due to the design. GS looks like an oversized dress watch whereas AT looks like a sports watch that is supposed to be big. The polishing covers the entire lugs on the GS, which makes it look very odd.

[@garyadels1]

The GS case is much more polished, and in the video show obvious finger prints. The AT’s metal band is a finger print attractor, with the large polished center links. I prefer the AT with the factory rubber strap or Artem sailcloth straps.

[@dennissadlicki5208]

The Grand Seiko looks more like a true dress watch and the Omega Aquaterra is more of a true sports watch. I like them both but of course the Grand Seiko has a much higher cost. I think its the Omega for me.

[@welcomewrist]

In this case, the Aqua Terra costs more.

[@dennissadlicki5208]

I'm amazed that the Omega Aqua Terra costs more than the Grand Seiko. That's really a surprise to me. Love them both but the sportier Omega Aqua Terra appeals to me as a more versatile watch.

[@welcomewrist]

@@dennissadlicki5208 I agree, I also prefer the Aqua Terra.

[@Ilestun]

Omega tends somewhere between dress and tool watch, GS is more much more on the dressy side.

[@dapetik]

I wish Grand Seiko would make a competitor to the Rolex explorer with Arabic numerals

[@welcomewrist]

This would be very interesting to see, I hope they do make one too.

[@jamesdean1143]

Omega £5’130 Seiko £4’700

[@dazza1976]

The Omega's £5,400 now :(

[@erkanvural3621]

amazing side by side comparison. in term of finishing and details Gs beats easily.. espcially bracelet of Omega looks very cheap compared to GS. sorry but its what it is.

[@oneofthesidemen]

Man, Grand Seiko is so much better. The finishing, craftmanship and I believe the reliability as well? I'm going to Japan to buy a GS for sentimental value.

[@welcomewrist]

I recently visited Japan and had the same goal.

[@theHerathrig]

Did you know Roger Moore s James bond, wore a seiko?

[@user-ns5oc4jf3g]

知名度以外グランドセイコーの方が全て優っている気がする

[@user-gm8hd5mf8k]

Omega

[@KirilVarbanov]

Sure, everybody seem to like the GS more, if you happen to be a Seiko fen overall. Bond does not wear Seiko. Both are great watches.

[@jasonhow8326]

Roger Moore's bond wore a Seiko.

[@yacineyacine6233]

Deux montres son Jolie bravo

[@CABUKIgt]

Grand Seiko

[@silvershadowjsh]

I find the polishing on the GS far too harsh. I was never that impressed when I saw them up close and found it difficult to tell the time. I also find the squared proportions quite harsh and almost cheap looking. I guess this is just me. I’m also not a huge fan of the vanilla AT but I have the small seconds variant and do love it. I have an Omega leather strap with it too and it’s very comfortable. However, I bought a Zenith El Primero Classic with the same colour combo in the dial and the quality of that piece is miles beyond the AT. Maybe that’s what the GS is too but I’m not just a fan.

[@nguyenhuuthanh3336]

GS

[@MrERLoner]

I feel like the Tag Heuer carrera day date 41 mm could be a contender in this race too

[@justinhendren540]

Those watches look huge on your wrist. If you want to go big, put a grandfather clock on your wrist. Wrist watches on steroids is a trend I hope reverses soon

[@deynellazaro6347]

Me inclino por el GS ofrece un reloj mas innovador y preciso q su contraparte y el lumen de seiko no tien rival

[@benh715]

While technically impressive, I can’t help but find Grand Seiko a bit dull.

[@werner134897]

You don't like cleaning, do you? ;-)

[@JustMeTalking]

Wearing my Grand Seiko Spring Drive Snowflake right now... 😂

[@welcomewrist]

Fantastic watch

[@nelsoncaraig3120]

Much better is Omega becouse is made from the country's begin the watches is made (Switzerland),,,

[@sticksnstones5407]

Please avoid saying "roughly or around" when giving a measurement it either is or isn't, no offence intended.

[@TRUYORK718]

Snickers perhaps?

[@aleimmicio]

acqua terra just got sloughtered

[@Hakunamatatacollection]

How can u compare Swiss watch with Japan watch. And German cars with Japan cars. Anytime omega as it has more resale than gs

[@brett233]

Or just buy the GS preowned and save a ton thanks to the worse resale. Two sides to that!

[@aramlevonian]

Totally agree with you. It’s funny how all of these GS fan boys are talking trash on the Omega. They clearly don’t know true craftsmanship

[@Hakunamatatacollection]

100% true

[@flyingrocket3879]

I’ve never sold a watch. Typically I just earn more money.

[@mrsentencename7334]

@@flyingrocket3879 this is the way. A collection should be forever unless you really really regret a piece but then again it can be a reminder to not impulse buy

[@expertreviews1112]

eww, Aqua Terra looks rubbish in front of that GS

[@pryanik3741]

The Omega looks like a $300 watch from Aliexpress compared to the Seiko.

[@aramlevonian]

I’m really glad to hear your input on this, I bet you would know very well

[@AZadeh-nd8vx]

You really need you eyes checked mate! 😂

[@pryanik3741]

​@@AZadeh-nd8vxEverything is fine with my vision, but you think in patterns.

[@Lagerfanny-g7e]

Turn that fucking music off.

[@David-ft7xz]

Both dials are sub-optimal. The AT is hampered by the hideous teak dial, the GS by the equally hideous power reserve indicator.