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Rolex Lady-DatejustvsGrand Seiko STGF359

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Lady-Datejust
RolexLady-Datejust
MSRP $16,450
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600
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 appreciate the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its timeless, classy look and perfect 28mm size for smaller wrists, with some finding it elegant and delicate as smaller watches return to style. Others associate the 28mm size with "grandma energy" and find it outdated. Some owners find certain configurations easy to acquire from an AD, while others note that specific configurations can take up to three months. One owner finds their GMF DJ31 runs fast, requiring frequent time adjustments, and notes the wide bezel is a common complaint, though they feel it's unnoticeable in person. Owners are split on the Rolex Lady-Datejust as an investment, with some suggesting it depreciates significantly and does not recover value, while others find specific models "sweet." Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its classic aesthetic and suitability for smaller wrists, despite some concerns about size perception and investment value.

Grand Seiko STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lady-Datejust28mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
Lady-Datejust55h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
Lady-Datejust100m
STGF359100m
MSRP
Lady-Datejust$16,450
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28mm
28.9mm
Thickness
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
Lug Width
14mm
Material
Gem-set
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
4J52
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
55h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,450
$2,600
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