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Grand Seiko STGF359vsWilliam Wood Fearless

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STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600
Fearless
William WoodFearless
MSRP $920

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
STGF35928.9mm
Fearless39mm
Power Reserve
STGF35940h
Fearless40h
Water Resistance
STGF359100m
Fearless100m
MSRP
STGF359$2,600
Fearless$920

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
28.9mm
39mm
Thickness
8.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
39mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Yellow

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
4J52
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,600
$920

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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.

William Wood Fearless

The William Wood Fearless is noted for its wearable 39mm case size and comfortable 45mm lug-to-lug, with a matte black ion-plated finish and colorful rehaut accents. Reviewers highlight its recycled fire hose strap and 100m water resistance, stemming from its firefighter heritage. The Seiko NH35 movement is considered accurate for its price point. On balance, reviewers find the William Wood Fearless to be a well-finished field watch with unique heritage elements.

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