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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsSeiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

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SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

The Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch is praised for its premium finishing, often described as Zaratsu-like, and robust build quality, with owners finding its 42mm case and 4 o'clock crown appealing for wearability. Some reviewers note its secondary GMT function and quieter bezel clicks may not suit all preferences, while one owner reported bezel misalignment issues. The watch is powered by the Caliber 8L45 automatic movement, offering a 72-hour power reserve and an accuracy rating of -5/+10 seconds per day, though some owners question its value proposition at its price point. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch highly for its exceptional finishing and refined tool-like aesthetic.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch42.6mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch50h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch300m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch$2,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
42.6mm
Thickness
14.4mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
49.3mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
8L35
Power Reserve
72h
50h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$2,900
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