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Bremont S302vsGrand Seiko SBGH289

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

S302
BremontS302
MSRP $3,900
SBGH289
Grand SeikoSBGH289
MSRP $7,700

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
S30240mm
SBGH28943.8mm
Power Reserve
S30240h
SBGH28955h
Water Resistance
S302300m
SBGH289200m
MSRP
S302$3,900
SBGH289$7,700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
43.8mm
Thickness
13mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-92AE
9S85
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,900
$7,700

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bremont S302

Owners widely praise the Bremont S302 for its balanced 40mm proportions, legible matte dial with attractive tan accents, and satisfying bezel action, with one owner noting its hard, scratch-resistant case. Reviewers highlight its 300m water resistance and GMT function, though some find the bezel integration a compromise and the GMT hand adjustment limited. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting theirs keeps accurate time and another noting potential alignment issues requiring service. The ETA movement at its price point is considered high by some reviewers. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont S302 as a handsome and functional dive-style GMT, with its comfortable lug design and subtle appeal being key strengths.

Grand Seiko SBGH289

The Grand Seiko SBGH289 is praised for its legible blue dial, strong Lumibrite, and the accurate Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85 movement. Reviewers note its bright initial lume glow, though its longevity is questioned compared to other models. The watch features Grand Seiko's Super-Hard Coating for scratch resistance and retails for €7,200. Overall, reviewers highlight the SBGH289's appealing aesthetics and robust movement as key strengths.

From video reviewers

Excellent finishing and smooth bezel action are notable features of the Grand Seiko SBGH289. A weakness of the watch is the relatively low lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the watch's ideal lug width, with some considering 22mm a limitation for users who prefer a more standard 20mm or 21mm strap width, while others do not mention this as a concern.

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