Longines Vintage 1980svsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Longines Vintage 1980s at true scale

Vintage 1980s

Grand Seiko SBGX353 at true scale

SBGX353

Diameter

32mm

34mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

41.5mm

Thickness

n/a

10.7mm

Water Resistance

n/a

30m

MSRP

n/a

$4,100

Movement

L150

Grand Seiko 9F61

Case

6 specs
Diameter
32mm
34mm
Thickness
n/a
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
41.5mm
Finish
Gold Coated
n/a
Water Resistance
n/a
30m
Caseback
Solid
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
n/a
Indices
Baton
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
L150
Grand Seiko 9F61

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$4,100
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Longines Vintage 1980s

Owners celebrate the Longines Vintage 1980s for its fun dial and hands in unbelievable condition, a characteristic of the brand's well-executed vintage pieces. One owner notes slight misalignment on the minute lines relative to the applied gold markers and questions if the dial is a redial. The 32mm quartz watch was purchased for around $350 CAD in the 1980s. Overall, owners appreciate the Longines Vintage 1980s for its wearable vintage design and excellent dial condition.

Grand Seiko SBGX353

Grand Seiko SBGX353 owners and reviewers widely praise its mesmerizing "Skyflake" blue textured dial, with one owner calling it "perfect art." The watch is lauded for its elegant 34mm case, which appears larger due to its dial-to-case ratio and slender profile. The advanced Grand Seiko 9F61 quartz movement is highlighted for its exceptional accuracy of ±10 seconds per year and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the watch fits smaller wrists perfectly, though one owner replaced the quick-release buckle. The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is also noted for its superior finishing and a more affordable price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its stunning dial and precise, high-quality quartz movement at its price.