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Grand Seiko SBGR261vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR26139.5mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGR26172h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGR26130m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGR261$4,900
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
13.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
38mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S65
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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