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Praesidus Neptune 44vsGrand Seiko SBGJ249

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Neptune 44
PraesidusNeptune 44
MSRP $550
SBGJ249
Grand SeikoSBGJ249
MSRP $7,700

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Neptune 4444mm
SBGJ24939.5mm
Power Reserve
Neptune 4440h
SBGJ24955h
Water Resistance
Neptune 44200m
SBGJ24930m
MSRP
Neptune 44$550
SBGJ249$7,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44mm
39.5mm
Thickness
14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Patina
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
9S86
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$7,700

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What people say

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Praesidus Neptune 44

The dial details and historical elements, including fragments from Iwo Jima battlefield relics, are praised. The bracelet exhibits rattle. Reviewers disagree on the use of faux patina on the dial.

Grand Seiko SBGJ249

Grand Seiko SBGJ249 owners and reviewers widely praise its spectacular beauty, particularly the stunning wave dial that shifts color and exhibits an incredible texture. The watch is noted for its perfect proportions and "out of this world" finishing on the case, hands, and hour indices. It is powered by the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S86, a true GMT movement operating at 36,000vph. Accuracy is reported at -3 to +5 seconds per day, with one owner noting +3 seconds per day. The watch is offered at $6,800, which is considered outstanding value. A drawback flagged is its 3 bar water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGJ249 highly for its exceptional dial finishing and overall beauty at its price point.

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