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Grand Seiko STGF359vsYema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz

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STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600
Rallygraf Meca-Quartz
YemaRallygraf Meca-Quartz
MSRP $420

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
STGF35928.9mm
Rallygraf Meca-Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
STGF35940h
Rallygraf Meca-Quartz40h
Water Resistance
STGF359100m
Rallygraf Meca-Quartz50m
MSRP
STGF359$2,600
Rallygraf Meca-Quartz$420

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
28.9mm
39mm
Thickness
8.7mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
35.4mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Panda

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
4J52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,600
$420

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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.

Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz

Owners widely praise the Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz for its heritage reissue design, small and thin case, and good looks for the price, with some noting exceptional build quality, tactile pushers, and a substantial feel. However, the quartz movement's ticking smoothness and the 24-hour subdial, which functions as an AM/PM indicator rather than a totalizer, are points of criticism for some, leading to perceptions of it being overpriced. Owners report mixed experiences with quality control, with some noting alignment issues, crooked indices, and dial rotation when pushers are depressed, while others report no such issues. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz for its distinctive vintage styling and wearability, despite some concerns regarding quality control and the functionality of its subdial.

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