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Oris Waldenburgerbahn Limited EditionvsGrand Seiko SBGM221

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Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition
OrisWaldenburgerbahn Limited Edition
MSRP $2,700
SBGM221
Grand SeikoSBGM221
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition40mm
SBGM22139.5mm
Power Reserve
Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition38 hoursh
SBGM22172h
Water Resistance
Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition50m
SBGM22130m
MSRP
Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition$2,700
SBGM221$5,400

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
754
9S66
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38 hoursh
72h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$5,400

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What people say

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Oris Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition

Overall, owners and reviewers praise the Oris Waldenburgerbahn Limited Edition as a timeless and versatile watch suitable for everyday wear. The consensus is that it represents a solid choice for a first luxury watch, with a design expected to remain stylish for years to come.

Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

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