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Grand Seiko SBGE277vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGE277
Grand SeikoSBGE277
MSRP $6,800
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGE27744mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGE27772h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGE277200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGE277$6,800
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
14.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.8mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R66
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,800
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGE277

Owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, with one owner noting their wrist size can accommodate it. The watch was purchased in Japan for $4950 USD, benefiting from a 35-year low yen. One owner expresses significant concern over reported negative experiences with the brand's New Jersey service center, fearing long wait times and subpar treatment. On balance, owners find the Grand Seiko SBGE277 gorgeous, though service center experiences are a notable concern for some.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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