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Grand Seiko SBGR261vsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGR26139.5mm
ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
SBGR26172h
ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
SBGR26130m
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
SBGR261$4,900
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
13.1mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied
Diamond indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
9S65
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$2,600

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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