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Grand Seiko STGF359vsLongines DOLCEVITA

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STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600
DOLCEVITA
LonginesDOLCEVITA
MSRP $4,750

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
STGF35928.9mm
DOLCEVITA37mm
Power Reserve
STGF35940h
DOLCEVITA
Water Resistance
STGF359100m
DOLCEVITA30m
MSRP
STGF359$2,600
DOLCEVITA$4,750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28.9mm
37mm
Thickness
8.7mm
7.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
37mm
Lug Width
14mm
17mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
4J52
L176.2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,600
$4,750

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What people say

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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.

Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DolceVita for its excellent value and beautiful dial, with some considering it superior to alternatives. The polished bracelet and case finishing are frequently highlighted as strengths. One owner notes the watch is a step up from older models. However, community members consistently criticize the crown, describing it as "comically bad" for winding and setting. On balance, owners rate the Longines DolceVita highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition, despite the widely noted crown issues.

From video reviewers

The value proposition and Art Deco-inspired design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the keen pricing as a significant advantage.

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