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Grand Seiko SBGR261vsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR26139.5mm
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Power Reserve
SBGR26172h
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
SBGR26130m
Fleuss Chronograph100m
MSRP
SBGR261$4,900
Fleuss Chronograph$325

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
43mm
Thickness
13.1mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
51mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S65
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$325

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

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