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Grand Seiko SBGV239vsVaer G2 Meridian GMT

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SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100
G2 Meridian GMT
VaerG2 Meridian GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGV23940mm
G2 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGV23940h
G2 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGV239100m
G2 Meridian GMT150m
MSRP
SBGV239$3,100
G2 Meridian GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F82
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

Vaer G2 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G2 Meridian GMT is praised for its vintage-inspired design and affordability, featuring a domed sapphire crystal and 150-meter water resistance. Owners note the applied indexes and hands are finished with Grade A Super-LumiNova BGW9. One owner reports the GMT hand lags by ten minutes, suggesting a potential quality control issue or need for adjustment, while another mentions the quartz movement requires resetting main hands for cross-timezone travel. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Vaer G2 Meridian GMT a good-looking, affordable travel watch, with its design and value being key attractions despite minor functional considerations with the GMT hand.

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