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Grand Seiko SBGR261vsSeiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition features a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gold leaf hands, evoking early 20th-century designs. It is powered by the 72-hour calibre 6R51. Overall, owners view the Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition as a meaningful family heirloom.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR26139.5mm
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition35mm
Power Reserve
SBGR26172h
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
SBGR26130m
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition50m
MSRP
SBGR261$4,900
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
35mm
Thickness
13.1mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
37mm
Lug Width
19mm
11mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S65
6R51
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$1,900
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