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Grand Seiko SBGH289vsYema Flygraf Pilot

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SBGH289
Grand SeikoSBGH289
MSRP $7,700
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGH28943.8mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
SBGH28955h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
SBGH289200m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
SBGH289$7,700
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
43.8mm
38.5mm
Thickness
14.7mm
8.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S85
Sellita SW200
Power Reserve
55h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,700
$990

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What people say

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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.

Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

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