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Rolex 1908vsGrand Seiko SBGK007

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1908
Rolex1908
MSRP $28,850
What people say

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Rolex 1908

Owners widely praise the Rolex 1908 for its slim 39mm case, elegant design, and display caseback showcasing the automatic caliber 7140. Reviewers note its half-domed, half-fluted bezel and 50m water resistance. However, a significant number of owners and reviewers question the Rolex 1908's value proposition, citing its high price point and comparing it unfavorably to competitors, with some suggesting it is overpriced. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Rolex 1908 a visually appealing dress watch but are divided on its value relative to its cost.

Grand Seiko SBGK007

The Grand Seiko SBGK007 is praised for its glorious champagne-to-silver-white sunburst dial and domed sapphire crystal. Owners and reviewers highlight its wonderfully slim profile, attributed to the manual-wind movement, contributing to excellent wearability and a design that subtly evokes vintage pieces. The movement is described as attractive yet workmanlike, with accuracy rated between +5 to -3 seconds per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The watch measures 39mm and 11.6mm thick, and is offered on a high-quality leather strap. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGK007 for its elegant slim case and beautifully textured dial.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
190839mm
SBGK00739mm
Power Reserve
190867h
SBGK00772h
Water Resistance
190850m
SBGK00730m
MSRP
1908$28,850
SBGK007$7,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
18kt Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Index

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
7140
9S63
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
67h
72h
Jewels
38
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Small Seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$28,850
$7,300
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