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Grand Seiko SBGH263vsSpinnaker Croft 39 GMT

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SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200
Croft 39 GMT
SpinnakerCroft 39 GMT
MSRP $445

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH26339.5mm
Croft 39 GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGH26355h
Croft 39 GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGH26330m
Croft 39 GMT100m
MSRP
SBGH263$6,200
Croft 39 GMT$445

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
13.1mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Red

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,200
$445

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its colorful design, NH34 GMT movement, and reasonable price, noting high-standard manufacturing on the case, bezel, and bracelet. One owner finds the 43mm case and 51mm lug-to-lug dimensions too large for the design, preferring a 39-40mm case size. A potential issue with the lume was noted by one user. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its attractive design and build quality at its price point, though sizing is a point of contention for some.

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