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Grand Seiko SBGH263vsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH26339.5mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
SBGH26355h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
SBGH26330m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
SBGH263$6,200
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
44mm
Thickness
13.1mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,200
$189

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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 Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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