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Grand Seiko SBGP015vsGrand Seiko SBGX261

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SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800
SBGX261
Grand SeikoSBGX261
MSRP $2,700

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP01540mm
SBGX26137mm
Power Reserve
SBGP01540h
SBGX26140h
Water Resistance
SBGP015200m
SBGX261100m
MSRP
SBGP015$3,800
SBGX261$2,700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F85
9F62

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,800
$2,700

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

Grand Seiko SBGX261

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGX261 for its exceptional finishing, rivaling mechanical watches, and the high-precision, hand-assembled 9F quartz movement, noted for its accuracy within 10 seconds per year. The 37mm case size and versatile design are frequently highlighted as key strengths, making it a comfortable and stylish everyday watch. However, the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustments and taper is a recurring criticism, and one owner notes the second hand's inconsistent alignment with markers. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX261 highly for its superb finishing and the technical prowess of its 9F quartz movement at its price point.

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