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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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

Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
9F82
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$3,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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