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Rolex Lady-DatejustvsGrand Seiko STGK031

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Lady-Datejust
RolexLady-Datejust
MSRP $9,150
STGK031
Grand SeikoSTGK031
MSRP $6,600
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its elegant design and beautiful dials, with many finding the 28mm case size perfect for smaller wrists. Some owners report excellent timekeeping and that the watch looks even better in person than in photos. Availability and pricing are significant concerns, with some users noting long wait times from authorized dealers while others received watches quickly, and vintage examples are seen by some as overpriced compared to market value. One owner noted the date wheel printing appeared low in the window. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its elegant aesthetics and comfortable wearability on smaller wrists.

Grand Seiko STGK031

Grand Seiko STGK031 owners widely praise its subtle, light pink dial that shifts to appear white or silver depending on lighting, its refined 30mm case size, and its simple elegance. Some find the 30mm sizing perfect for wearability, with one owner noting it is ideal for those who find 38mm watches too large. The Zaratsu polishing is also a noted strength. However, the Calibre 9S27 movement has a 50-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of +8 to -3 seconds per day, which some consider modest for the price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko STGK031 highly for its versatile dial and refined 30mm case.

From video reviewers

The 50-hour power reserve of the Calibre 9S27 movement is a shared strength. The 36mm lug-to-lug measurement is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the premium feel of the polished stainless steel case and bracelet compared to Zaratsu polishing.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lady-Datejust28mm
STGK03130mm
Power Reserve
Lady-Datejust55h
STGK03150h
Water Resistance
Lady-Datejust100m
STGK031100m
MSRP
Lady-Datejust$9,150
STGK031$6,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28mm
30mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.2mm
Lug Width
15mm
Material
Rolesor
Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
2236
9S27
Power Reserve
55h
50h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,150
$6,600
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