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Grand Seiko SBGX261vsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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SBGX261
Grand SeikoSBGX261
MSRP $2,700
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX26137mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
SBGX26140h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
SBGX261100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
SBGX261$2,700
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
10mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.6mm
38mm
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
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F62
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$399

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGX261

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGX261 for its exceptional finishing, rivaling mechanical watches, and the high-precision, hand-assembled 9F quartz movement, noted for its accuracy within 10 seconds per year. The 37mm case size and versatile design are frequently highlighted as key strengths, making it a comfortable and stylish everyday watch. However, the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustments and taper is a recurring criticism, and one owner notes the second hand's inconsistent alignment with markers. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX261 highly for its superb finishing and the technical prowess of its 9F quartz movement at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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