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Grand Seiko SBGJ259vsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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SBGJ259
Grand SeikoSBGJ259
MSRP $7,700
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGJ25940mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
SBGJ25955h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
SBGJ259100m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
SBGJ259$7,700
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
14mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
52mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S86
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,700
$850

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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 Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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