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Grand Seiko SBGM221
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Grand Seiko · Elegance

Grand Seiko SBGM221

GMT

$5,400
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Case

Diameter
39.5mm
Thickness
13.7mm
Lug-to-lug
46.9mm
Lug width
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
30m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Yes

Movement

Caliber
Grand Seiko 9S66
Type
Automatic
Power reserve
72h
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
matte
Bezel
fixed
Bracelet
leather
Hands
dauphine

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02The community take

Owners talk.

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Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

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