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Grand Seiko SBGX353vsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35334mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35340h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
SBGX35330m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
SBGX353$4,100
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F61

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$1,083

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

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