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Grand Seiko SBGV239vsZelos Spearfish 3

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SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGV23940mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
SBGV23940h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
SBGV239100m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
SBGV239$3,100
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
10.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F82
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$749

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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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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