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Grand Seiko SBGJ249 — SBGJ249G
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Grand Seiko SBGJ249

Ref. SBGJ249G
GMT

Grand Seiko SBGJ249 owners and reviewers widely praise its spectacular beauty, particularly the stunning wave dial that shifts color and exhibits an incredible texture. The watch is noted for its perfect proportions and "out of this world" finishing on the case, hands, and hour indices. It is powered by the Hi-Beat Caliber 9S86, a true GMT movement operating at 36,000vph. Accuracy is reported at -3 to +5 seconds per day, with one owner noting +3 seconds per day. The watch is offered at $6,800, which is considered outstanding value. A drawback flagged is its 3 bar water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGJ249 highly for its exceptional dial finishing and overall beauty at its price point.

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Case
39.5mm
Power Reserve
55h
Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
30m
Crystal
Sapphire + AR
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter39.5mm
Thickness14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug46.9mm
Lug Width19mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance30m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
AR CoatingYes
Dial ColorSBGJ249G
04

Movement

Caliber
9S86
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve55 hours
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleTextured
Bezel24-hour (GMT)
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
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