Which is cheaper, the Pagani Design PD-YS027 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-YS027 is the cheaper of the two at $146, against $6,200 for the Grand Seiko SBGH263 — a $6,054 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Pagani Design PD-YS027 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Pagani Design PD-YS027 wears larger at 40.5mm versus 39.5mm for the Grand Seiko SBGH263 — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Pagani Design PD-YS027 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Pagani Design PD-YS027 is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Grand Seiko SBGH263.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Pagani Design PD-YS027 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 carries a 55-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Pagani Design PD-YS027.

What movement does the Pagani Design PD-YS027 run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Pagani Design PD-YS027 uses the MIYOTA 8215 and the Grand Seiko SBGH263 uses the 9S85.

Side by side

Pagani Design PD-YS027vsGrand Seiko SBGH263

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Pagani Design PD-YS027

pd-ys027

MSRP $146

Grand Seiko SBGH263

sbgh263g

MSRP $6,200

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

PD-YS02740.5mm

SBGH26339.5mm

Power Reserve

PD-YS02740h

SBGH26355h

Water Resistance

PD-YS027100m

SBGH26330m

MSRP

PD-YS027$146

SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

MIYOTA 8215

9S85

Power Reserve

40h

55h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$146

$6,200

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS027

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS027's quality and appearance, particularly in low light, and appreciate the display case back. However, some owners find the integrated bracelet excessively shiny and limiting for strap changes. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS027 highly for its exceptional quality and value at its price point.

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Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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