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Rolex Lady-DatejustvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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What people say

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Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its elegant design and the 28mm case size, which is considered ideal for smaller wrists. The star dial is frequently highlighted as a stunning and balanced feature, striking a perfect chord between understated and eye-catching. Some owners find the all-gold versions too flashy for daily wear, while others appreciate them for special occasions, noting a significant price difference between full gold and mixed-metal configurations. Wait times for the Lady-Datejust can vary significantly, with some experiencing months of anticipation while others acquire theirs quickly. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its refined aesthetics and wearability, with the star dial being a particular point of admiration.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lady-Datejust28mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
Lady-Datejust55h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
Lady-Datejust100m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
Lady-Datejust$7,600
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Oystersteel
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

5 specs
Caliber
2236
9F85
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
55h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,600
$3,100
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