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Grand Seiko SBGV239vsGrand Seiko SBGX261

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SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100
SBGX261
Grand SeikoSBGX261
MSRP $2,700

At a glance

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGV23940mm
SBGX26137mm
Power Reserve
SBGV23940h
SBGX26140h
Water Resistance
SBGV239100m
SBGX261100m
MSRP
SBGV239$3,100
SBGX261$2,700

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
44.6mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F82
9F62

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$2,700

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F 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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