Longines Vintage 1980svsGrand Seiko SBGX363

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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 SBGX363 at true scale

SBGX363

Diameter

32mm

32.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

39mm

Thickness

n/a

9mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

n/a

$3,600

Movement

L150

Grand Seiko 9F51

Case

7 specs
Diameter
32mm
32.3mm
Thickness
n/a
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
15mm
Finish
Gold Coated
n/a
Water Resistance
n/a
100m
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 9F51

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$3,600
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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 SBGX363

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGX363 for its exceptional build quality and craftsmanship, even within a quartz movement. The 9F quartz movement is specifically lauded for its reliability, low maintenance, and simplicity, with some owners preferring it over Spring Drive for its lower service costs. The watch's simple, classic three-hand design is highlighted as a strength, allowing its build quality to shine without trends or gimmicks. However, one owner finds the hour and minute hands can be confused at a glance, particularly with glare, and expresses a desire for a lacquered white dial over the matte finish for increased visual interest. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX363 highly for its excellent build quality and the reliability of its 9F quartz movement.