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Grand Seiko SBGJ259vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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SBGJ259
Grand SeikoSBGJ259
MSRP $7,700
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGJ25940mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
SBGJ25955h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
SBGJ259100m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
SBGJ259$7,700
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
47mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Coral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S86
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,700
$450

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGJ259

The Grand Seiko SBGJ259 "Urban Bamboo" is admired for its striking green dial, though one owner notes its color appears more yellow in person than in promotional photos. It is considered a dressier piece compared to other models. On balance, owners appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGJ259 for its unique dial color and dressy aesthetic.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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