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Praesidus Desert FieldvsGrand Seiko SBGV245

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Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195
SBGV245
Grand SeikoSBGV245
MSRP $3,000

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Desert Field34mm
SBGV24540mm
Power Reserve
Desert Field40h
SBGV24540h
Water Resistance
Desert Field50m
SBGV245200m
MSRP
Desert Field$195
SBGV245$3,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Red
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$3,000

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What people say

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Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

Grand Seiko SBGV245

Grand Seiko SBGV245 owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing with mixed polishing and brushing, faceted indices, sharp hands, and matte dial, noting its robust tool-watch specifications including 200m water resistance, anti-magnetism, and Lumibrite. The 9F82 quartz movement is lauded for its precision, accurate to +/- 10 seconds per year, offering a refined, set-it-and-forget-it experience with carefree maintenance. Some owners report the Zaratsu polished surfaces and sharp bezel are prone to dings and scratches, and one notes the second hand does not perfectly align with the markers. This JDM-exclusive Grand Seiko SBGV245 is rarely available and commands a high price even on the resale market. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV245 highly for its exceptional finishing and technical innovation at a competitive price point.

From video reviewers

The 9F Quartz movement is a high-precision quartz movement with a 50-year lifespan. The watch's exceptional finishing is another level, with reviewers praising its high-quality craftsmanship. The watch's lug width of 20mm might be a drawback for those with smaller wrists or limited strap options, and the lume brightness is somewhat lacking.

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