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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11mm
13.1mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
9S85
Power Reserve
42h
55h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$6,200

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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