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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGM221

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
SBGM221
Grand SeikoSBGM221
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
SBGM22139.5mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
SBGM22172h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
SBGM22130m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
SBGM221$5,400

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
28mm
39.5mm
Thickness
9.1mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
15mm
19mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
T201
9S66
Power Reserve
38h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$5,400

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

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