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Grand Seiko STGF359vsVaer G2 Pacific GMT

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STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600
G2 Pacific GMT
VaerG2 Pacific GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
STGF35928.9mm
G2 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
STGF35940h
G2 Pacific GMT40h
Water Resistance
STGF359100m
G2 Pacific GMT150m
MSRP
STGF359$2,600
G2 Pacific GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
28.9mm
39mm
Thickness
8.7mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
46mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
4J52
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,600
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

Vaer G2 Pacific GMT

Owners widely praise the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT for its value, balancing quality, design, and wearability at its price point. One owner notes the dial can appear cloudy at certain angles. The watch utilizes a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement for reliable multi-time zone timekeeping. On balance, owners rate the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT highly for its overall value proposition.

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