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Rolex Yacht-MastervsGrand Seiko SBGH368

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Yacht-Master
RolexYacht-Master
MSRP $16,050
SBGH368
Grand SeikoSBGH368
MSRP $32,800
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Rolex Yacht-Master

Owners widely praise the Rolex Yacht-Master for its refined aesthetics and luxury connotations, with some considering it more elegant and classy than the GMT. The rhodium dial with blue second hand is described as stunning, and the 37mm size is appreciated for its suitability for smaller wrists and as a great summer watch. Some owners find the model underrated and receive numerous compliments. Caveats include a perceived lack of heritage compared to the Submariner, scratch-prone polished finishes, and a higher price point. The dial can be difficult to read at a glance, and opinions are split on the 37mm size for a man's wrist. Some dislike the bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Yacht-Master highly for its refined aesthetics and comfortable wearability, despite its higher price and perceived lack of heritage.

Grand Seiko SBGH368

The Grand Seiko SBGH368 is praised for its aggressive styling and textured copper-pink dial, inspired by cherry blossoms. Reviewers highlight its 38mm 18k rose gold 62GS case, featuring Zaratsu polishing, as a standout element. The watch is powered by the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85 movement, which is regulated to -3/+5 seconds per day and offers a 55-hour power reserve. It also features 100m water resistance. One reviewer notes that the brown crocodile strap, while handsome, would ideally be replaced with a water-resistant option given the watch's 100m water resistance. There is also a question raised about whether a movement with a longer power reserve could have been utilized. The Grand Seiko SBGH368 retails for $31,200. Overall, reviewers consider the Grand Seiko SBGH368 a favorite gold-cased Grand Seiko, with its rose gold case and cherry blossom dial described as an exceptional combination.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Yacht-Master37mm
SBGH36838mm
Power Reserve
Yacht-Master55h
SBGH36855h
Water Resistance
Yacht-Master100m
SBGH368100m
MSRP
Yacht-Master$16,050
SBGH368$32,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
RLX titanium
Gold
Finish
Everose Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and Everose gold
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Index
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
2236
9S85
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,050
$32,800
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