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Grand Seiko SBGH263vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH26339.5mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
SBGH26355h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
SBGH26330m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
SBGH263$6,200
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.1mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Coral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,200
$450

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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