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Grand Seiko SBGP015vsLongines DOLCEVITA

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SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800
DOLCEVITA
LonginesDOLCEVITA
MSRP $4,750

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP01540mm
DOLCEVITA37mm
Power Reserve
SBGP01540h
DOLCEVITA
Water Resistance
SBGP015200m
DOLCEVITA30m
MSRP
SBGP015$3,800
DOLCEVITA$4,750

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12.4mm
7.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
9F85
L176.2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,800
$4,750

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DolceVita for its excellent value and beautiful dial, with some considering it superior to alternatives. The polished bracelet and case finishing are frequently highlighted as strengths. One owner notes the watch is a step up from older models. However, community members consistently criticize the crown, describing it as "comically bad" for winding and setting. On balance, owners rate the Longines DolceVita highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition, despite the widely noted crown issues.

From video reviewers

The value proposition and Art Deco-inspired design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the keen pricing as a significant advantage.

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