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Fears Arnos (Blue)vsGrand Seiko SBGR261

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Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604
SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
SBGR26139.5mm
Power Reserve
Arnos (Blue)40h
SBGR26172h
Water Resistance
Arnos (Blue)30m
SBGR26130m
MSRP
Arnos (Blue)$4,604
SBGR261$4,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
30.8mm
39.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW1000-1b
9S65
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,604
$4,900

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What people say

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

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