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Grand Seiko SBGJ249vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGJ249
Grand SeikoSBGJ249
MSRP $7,700
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGJ24939.5mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGJ24955h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGJ24930m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGJ249$7,700
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
14.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
38mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S86
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,700
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGJ249

Grand Seiko SBGJ249 owners and reviewers widely praise its spectacular beauty, particularly the stunning wave dial that shifts color and exhibits an incredible texture. The watch is noted for its perfect proportions and "out of this world" finishing on the case, hands, and hour indices. It is powered by the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S86, a true GMT movement operating at 36,000vph. Accuracy is reported at -3 to +5 seconds per day, with one owner noting +3 seconds per day. The watch is offered at $6,800, which is considered outstanding value. A drawback flagged is its 3 bar water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGJ249 highly for its exceptional dial finishing and overall beauty at its price point.

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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