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Lum-Tec EclipsevsGrand Seiko STGF359

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Eclipse
Lum-TecEclipse
MSRP $695
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Eclipse42mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
Eclipse40h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
Eclipse101m
STGF359100m
MSRP
Eclipse$695
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
42mm
28.9mm
Thickness
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
Lug Width
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
E6
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
4J52
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$2,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial at its price point.

Grand Seiko STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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