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Grand Seiko SBGX353vsLongines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

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SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
LonginesLA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
MSRP $1,550

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGX35334mm
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES24mm
Power Reserve
SBGX35340h
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES40h
Water Resistance
SBGX35330m
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES30m
MSRP
SBGX353$4,100
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES$1,550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
34mm
24mm
Thickness
10.7mm
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
29.6mm
Lug Width
18mm
13mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
9F61
L209.2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,100
$1,550

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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.

Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES is widely praised for its slim, elegant, and discreet design, making it a timeless dress watch suitable for all styles and occasions. Owners appreciate its comfort and lightness on the wrist, with 36mm and 38mm models noted as sleek and not chunky, fitting well on average wrists. The quartz version is recommended for daily wear due to its accuracy and grab-and-go convenience, while the automatic is seen as a finely finished dress piece. Some commenters advise against gold-plated versions due to potential wear issues, suggesting steel or solid gold instead. One owner reported frequent battery replacements on the quartz model, with batteries lasting only a few months. Overall, owners value LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its thin profile and classic styling at a good price point, especially on the pre-owned market.

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