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Grand Seiko SBGR261vsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR26139.5mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
SBGR26172h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
SBGR26130m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
SBGR261$4,900
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
38.6mm
Thickness
13.1mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
45mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S65
9SA4
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$10,000

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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