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Grand Seiko SBGH289vsMarloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

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SBGH289
Grand SeikoSBGH289
MSRP $7,700
Sceptre S2
Marloe Watch CompanySceptre S2
MSRP $507

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH28943.8mm
Sceptre S242mm
Power Reserve
SBGH28955h
Sceptre S242h
Water Resistance
SBGH289200m
Sceptre S2200m
MSRP
SBGH289$7,700
Sceptre S2$507

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
43.8mm
42mm
Thickness
14.7mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S85
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
55h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,700
$507

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Grand Seiko SBGH289

The Grand Seiko SBGH289 is praised for its legible blue dial, strong Lumibrite, and the accurate Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85 movement. Reviewers note its bright initial lume glow, though its longevity is questioned compared to other models. The watch features Grand Seiko's Super-Hard Coating for scratch resistance and retails for €7,200. Overall, reviewers highlight the SBGH289's appealing aesthetics and robust movement as key strengths.

From video reviewers

Excellent finishing and smooth bezel action are notable features of the Grand Seiko SBGH289. A weakness of the watch is the relatively low lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the watch's ideal lug width, with some considering 22mm a limitation for users who prefer a more standard 20mm or 21mm strap width, while others do not mention this as a concern.

Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2's unique design, with particular admiration for its face, bezel, and distinctive orange chapter ring with "+" hour markers. The bracelet's finish and micro-adjustments are noted as well-executed, contributing to a solid feel and versatility for daily wear. However, some enthusiasts find the 42mm diameter wears large due to the expansive dial and thin bezel. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Sceptre S2 highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build at its price point.

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