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Grand Seiko SBGM221vsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

SBGM221
Grand SeikoSBGM221
MSRP $5,400
Sceptre
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre
MSRP $507

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM22139.5mm
Sceptre42mm
Power Reserve
SBGM22172h
Sceptre40h
Water Resistance
SBGM22130m
Sceptre200m
MSRP
SBGM221$5,400
Sceptre$507

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
13.7mm
12.65mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$507

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre for its aesthetic appeal, noting it is more beautiful in person than in photos, and appreciate its solid feel and the complementary nature of the canvas strap against the steel case. One owner highlights the bracelet's good build quality and micro-adjustment capabilities. On balance, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability.

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