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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Both sides
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S66
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$3,200

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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.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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