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Grand Seiko SBGV239vsLongines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

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SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
LonginesLA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
MSRP $1,550

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGV23940mm
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES24mm
Power Reserve
SBGV23940h
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES40h
Water Resistance
SBGV239100m
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES30m
MSRP
SBGV239$3,100
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES$1,550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
24mm
Thickness
10.4mm
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
29.6mm
Lug Width
19mm
13mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
9F82
L209.2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$1,550

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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.

Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES is widely praised for its slim, elegant, and discreet design, making it a timeless dress watch suitable for all styles and occasions. Owners appreciate its comfort and lightness on the wrist, with 36mm and 38mm models noted as sleek and not chunky, fitting well on average wrists. The quartz version is recommended for daily wear due to its accuracy and grab-and-go convenience, while the automatic is seen as a finely finished dress piece. Some commenters advise against gold-plated versions due to potential wear issues, suggesting steel or solid gold instead. One owner reported frequent battery replacements on the quartz model, with batteries lasting only a few months. Overall, owners value LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its thin profile and classic styling at a good price point, especially on the pre-owned market.

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