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Graphite vs Silver Titanium

thatappleguytoday

thatappleguytoday

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Yep, now I have 2 watches and cannot pick which one to keep haha. I know I’m not the only one. There is a similar thread comparing the graphite to space black titanium, but curious to hear what others think about these two looks.

-Graphite is just the perfect stainless look IMO. Not too shiny like the silver and not black like space black has been. Looks incredible in all lighting conditions with the right amount of class. I chose this for the new stainless color. Not disappointed at all.

-Silver titanium has such unique look and looks great with all styles of bands. A touch of weight difference, but nothing too dramatic. Looks killer in person and no photo can show the real look.

So I guess I’m just flipping a coin on this one lol
 

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I bought the natural Ti last year and was considering selling it this year but, I couldn’t bring myself to do it as I have been totally delighted with it. I kept it and got the SS graphite this year. Loving it just as much. Can’t go wrong with either one.
 
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It depends what you prefer. The natural Ti has that more subtle tone with a ‘matte like finish’ with the brushed pattern or the high gloss shine with the graphite. I was a stainless users years, but then Na-Ti really attracted me this year, as I had my doubts last year. However, the DLC is a major differential with the graphite.
 
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These are definitely the two best finishes in my opinion so you can’t go wrong with either. I have the graphite and I love it. The main advantage I see is the dlc coating. I’ve already banged my watch against a few things and would have had to get scratches out of the titanium. With the graphite I don’t have to worry about it. And I love how the graphite looks in sunlight. The titanium is slick though. Hell just keep both.
 
Thanks for the pictures. Even less doubt in my mind now, that I would choose titanium anyday. Just not a fan of glossy/flashy/bling bling. If I should have steel, I would like it brushed like iPhone 4 and hopefully iPhone 12.
 
I returned my Graphite SS for the Natural Ti S6 recently and have not looked back. I come from the mechanical watch world had have had my share of titanium watches, which I feel is more exclusive. My Graphite SS had microscatches from the Milanese band after just 2 days with me being extremely careful knowing the the DLC coating of the band could and would case issues. The Titanium watch, is only $100 more BUT has a 2 year warranty vs 1 for the Graphite SS, comes with the 5 watt wall charger still and gives you an extra exclusive band. Plus the titanium CAN be easily buffed out should you scratch the case with a simply $1 kitchen scour pad.
 
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i returned my SB TI as i had a strap issue - now i have sorted that out i realised i shouldn't have returned it !! But now i'm torn whether to reorder SB TI or the Natural Ti !!
 
I'm more partial to the Titanium myself. It just looks classier to me. The Graphite looks great as well, but I just think the Titanium looks more premium.

Simple solution, keep them both.
 
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I had all 3 - SBti, Graphite SS, and natural Ti on my desk for 13 days... looking at them side by side. Finally decided on Natural Ti and love it!
 
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Which is which?

/edit - No matter, I can tell now by further reading.
 
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I was in your exact position and ended up keeping the Titanium. I'm always around here looking at pictures and not once have I seen a Graphite SS and regretted my decision.
 
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I think shiny silver band lugs didn’t go with graphite as well as with Ti. Decide based on your favorite bands?
 
Man this is all great input! I am not keeping both haha...but I am now leaning towards the titanium because the ease of removing scuffs, the lighter feeling on the wrist, and the better matching band selection.
 
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I was in the exact same position. I first picked up the Graphite and loved it, but I have been wearing SBSS for years and it was a little too similar. The natural Ti kept calling my name, so I decided to pick that one up as well.

I knew I was keeping the titanium as soon as it was on my wrist. It’s just such a gorgeous watch, I can’t stop looking at it. It’s the perfect combination of premium and understated that I was looking for, and it looks amazing with every band I have. For me, it’s the titanium hands down. The fact that I can remove any scratches with a cheap pad from the drugstore makes it even better (although I’ve been wearing it for nearly a week now and it’s still looking flawless).
 
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