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Orient Esteem IIvsGrand Seiko SBGD201

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Esteem II
OrientEsteem II
MSRP $285
SBGD201
Grand SeikoSBGD201

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Esteem II41mm
SBGD20143mm
Power Reserve
Esteem II40h
SBGD201192h
Water Resistance
Esteem II50m
SBGD201100m
MSRP
Esteem II$285
SBGD201

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
51.8mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
FT622
9R01
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
192h
Jewels
22
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285

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What people say

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Orient Esteem II

Owners widely praise the Orient Esteem II for its surprising quality relative to its price point, with many finding it a beautiful and nice-looking watch. One owner specifically highlights its lightweight feel, good performance, and decent price, though notes the dial is silver, not white as anticipated. Overall, owners rate the Orient Esteem II highly for its impressive value and attractive aesthetics.

Grand Seiko SBGD201

Grand Seiko SBGD201 owners and reviewers praise its stellar platinum case with Zaratsu polishing and diamond-dust dial, with one reviewer calling it the most beautiful Grand Seiko they have seen. Its Spring Drive caliber 9R01 movement offers an 8-day power reserve from three barrels. While some find the 43mm size too large for its design, others find the 168-gram platinum case comfortable despite its heft. Some community members note the movement finishing is simplistic for its price point and would prefer the artistic finesse of higher-end alternatives. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGD201 for its exquisite finishing and impressive technical specifications at its price.

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