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Grand Seiko SBGH263vsZelos Thresher 44

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SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH26339.5mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
SBGH26355h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
SBGH26330m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
SBGH263$6,200
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
44mm
Thickness
13.1mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,200
$549

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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.

Zelos Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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