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Grand Seiko SBGH281vsSugess Seestern S446 GMT

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SBGH281
Grand SeikoSBGH281
MSRP $6,300
Seestern S446 GMT
SugessSeestern S446 GMT
MSRP $269

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH28140mm
Seestern S446 GMT40mm
Power Reserve
SBGH28155h
Seestern S446 GMT41h
Water Resistance
SBGH281100m
Seestern S446 GMT100m
MSRP
SBGH281$6,300
Seestern S446 GMT$269

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Thickness
13.3mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
Tritium

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9S85
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
55h
41h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$269

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH281

The Grand Seiko SBGH281 is lauded for its 44GS-style case, which exemplifies the brand's "Grammar of Design" with its sharp facets and broad case band, and its Hi-Beat 36000vph Caliber 9S85 movement, noted for an ultra-smooth second hand. Reviewers highlight the exceptional finishing, including Zaratsu polishing and hand-polished markers, as offering significant value at its €6,200 price point. The watch features an accuracy rating of +5/–3 seconds per day, a 55-hour power reserve, and 100-meter water resistance, all executed to Grand Seiko's high standards, and is limited to 1,500 pieces. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH281 highly for its iconic case design and superb finishing at its price.

Sugess Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Sugess Seestern S446 GMT for its outstanding finishing and materials at its price point, with specific mentions of the cream or ivory dial, polished hands, and clear crystal offering superb legibility. Accuracy is generally good, with one owner reporting +2/3 seconds per day from the Seiko NH34A movement. Some owners find the lume is not a strong point, and the bracelet clasp could benefit from more micro-adjustment, with screw pins noted as cheap. The GMT hand is described as flat by some, and opinions are split on the "Sugess" versus "Seestern" logo. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Seestern S446 GMT highly for its beautiful dial and excellent build quality for the price.

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