Why Grand Seiko SBGX261 is the perfect Rolex Explorer Alternative
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- čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
- Why Grand Seiko SBGX261 is the perfect Rolex Explorer Alternative. In this video I will review the Grand Seiko SBGX261. It is the perfect watch in almost every way in my opinion. This simple yet brillian Grand Seiko can be your only watch and literally serve you for any occasion. And I think it will do it even better than the Rolex Explorer.
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I hope this video will be helpful for those who is on the fence about the Grand Seiko SBGX261.
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I wanted one of these SBGX for some of the very same reasons, but thought the Casio Oceanus S100 captured the spirit of Japanese quartz for a lot less money. More accurate than GS, no battery changes every 3 yrs, hands also hit all markers, lume, microadjust, and is finished exceptionally... money saved went to the Explorer.
You win!!!! Not get this too just to flex 😂
And we've come full circle.
The Oceanus is a very good watch. If you want the Explorer the GS probably wouldn't scratch that itch.
I'd say Citizen's top end quartz watches are better than the 9f series. They have the same temperature control and Zaratsu polishing as GS, but Citizen's movements offer +/- 5 seconds per year accuracy, perpetual calendar and some even have titanium cases .
@@shaohuadong9860 As does grand seiko 9f movements that does the same 5 seconds a year, You seem to have forgotten about that and they don't have to be sent back to Japan for service.
Yep, I can attest to this watch being a great one-and-done watch. I've had 3 Explorer's and 4 of these GS's (2 blacks and 2 champagne's). The Explorer's are long gone, but I still proudly wear my SBGX261. Fun fact - the watch is 4g heavier than my DJ 116200 (modern 6 digit heavy Oyster Rolex), they're bloody solid little watches!
It's going to be my personal grail watch. Good to see positive feedback from someone who owns it.
Its a fantastic watch, I have the white dial version and I am super happy with my purchase.
The white dial is stunning!
Hello! Thank you for the straight-to-the-point review (as usual) with no marketing stories about Japanese craftsmanship and zaratsu polishing technique and bla-bla-bla...
When I held the GS watch ( I do not remember the ref #, but some 39mm model) for the first time I was trying to find that exceptional "out-of-this-world" case polishing quality. But, to my disappointment, I didn't find it. The case was as good as most of the top-tier (and some mid-tier as well) watches would have. But the hands and the dial are executed really well. And, I'll be honest, it was really comfortable to wear it. The case shape was designed with a "comfort first" attitude in mind.
In your video, you just shared the same thoughts.
And about that specific model: not the quartz that makes me say "no", but the size. Too small.
While respecting the GS watches, I would still prefer my 41mm Aquaterra which looks more proportional on my 17.5cm wrist. These watches are of similar quality and shapes, both could be "one watch collection" items.
Good luck with your channel!
Thanks for your comment. Glad you liked the video. Yes. I handle quite a few GS watches and I don't find the case polishing something crazy extraordinary. But when it comes to markers and hands - the finishing is incredible. Aquaterra is an amazing choice.
I thought the snowflake was amazing. Seen it in person and I would definitely steal the dial and re-case it ( not actually but its a pretty dial ) The watch was sooo underwhelming and mediocre. The prx does nothing for me either like nothing.
@@OneManReviews2nd this!
@@jwillwork3683 I wasn't fascinated by the Snowflake either but I reviewed a Skyflake about a year ago and I found the Skyflake dial much more interesting and cool than Snowflake. Again the hands and markers polishing are outstanding.
@@OneManReviews Nice
Quartz Intolerance. Brilliant 😂😂. Thanks for the great review as always. Cheers Neighbour.
😁 Thank you!!! Glad you enjoyed it.
Considering buying this exact model. There now is a dealer in my area thankfully! I’ve been interested in GS for years but there’s never been a dealer close enough. I love how much goes into a GS, even the quartz. I love the accuracy they are to have and this models simplicity; anymore all the writing and fuss on a dial is annoying to me. Thanks for the review and hopefully I am able to enjoy the piece soon.
My seiko prospex solardiver does about +5s/6month when I adjust it for DTS, when it was brand new, it did +1s/6month, but I assume the GS does much better than it's tolerance, just like my prospex :)
I enjoyed your review, I am really liking this watch and considering buying, as you said the only problem I see with it is the lack of taper on the bracelet, to me it looks odd.
Yes. I wish they had tapered bracelet. It would elevate the watch.
Nice watch. But your cat stole the show.
Thanks :)
Wish it had Lume like the Rex and perpetual calendar like the Citizen Chronomaster (which is more accurate @5spy)
Have been wearing the 40mm version with 20mm lugwidth as my daily for a year now. The end goal is explorer but this is beyond alternative. I am thinking of having both when the day comes.
Solid commentary. I have 2 9F GS , I prefer them to their sometimes oddly chunky automatic counterparts.
Is it legible and easy to read at glance??
have a sbgx263. I was surprised by the bracelet wabble compared to my Citizen Chronometer aq4000. They look similar from the outside but what holds the link together on GS bracelet are floating pins with two screws on each side. Citizen use genuine large screw links on their chronometer bracelet and the gap between the lock section and the clasp is way smaller than the one on GS.
Case finish, dial finish, hands finish are basically identical, but Citizen comes with a perpetual calendar.🧐
Great watch!! I have The Citizen AQ1020, wc is similar to this, but both are reallt beautiful! I noticed you have a wise ad7, how would you say the finish of the two compare to each other?
I didn't have a chance to see that Citizen but it looks amazing. As for the Wise - I was very impressed by the overall quality of the watch and the finishing in particular. The dial is incredible. Planning to make a review of this watch soon.
For me the question is not this vs the Explorer, but this vs the Longines Spirit 37. Both great GADAs, but I prefer the latter.
The Spirit is a great watch.
This is a great all around watch.
Definitely.
I do wish they'd make a version of this, Quartz and all, without that date window. I'd buy it in a second.
That would be nice.
SBGX321
@@mrjellow I stand corrected, thank you, friend.
I have the quartz gmt version with black dial.
My most worn watch by far.
Even thinking about selling everything else.
I love their quartz GMT models. I can see how it could be the most wearable watch.
@@OneManReviews I have the GS gmt automatic too, but every time i pick a watch i will take the quartz, just because it is a hassle to set the time every time on the automatic.
I dont mind quartz but preferably solar powered, so no battery hassle... Therefore iwould lean towards the "the citizen".
I have and actually wearing my gs sbga439, its midnight blue with a spring drive and 39,5 mm dia, i can relate to your assessment being a do it all but hey we live once so lets enjoy more watches 😂
The crown is outdated and overrated, im leaving the crown for unsecured crowd haha
How is the ar coating?
Sure the quality have to be great...but you can show an automatique model if you want to compete with rolex explorer...but nice watch
Funny because they have 2 watches that can compete with both Explorers and both are quartz.
@@OneManReviews yes,sure...but for a classical look vintage,automatique make it more "romantic"
@@micaljimenez7381 I do agree.
Lack of bracelet taper and microadjust makes it a pain. I sold my SBGX343 due to this reason, bracelet itself is lovely but could never find a perfect fit. For this reason, it will never be as good as Rolex.
I think I was able to find a good fit with this GS but I see your point.
Looks so much like my Seiko SARB033
Yes, quite similar design.
I have a GS Winter and GS cannot be compared to the Rolex Explorer in which I am very familiar with 😊….. owning both Rolex and GS, GS is perfect, better quality and more refined, its much better than Rolex…no comparison. period!!! GS make 36K watches annually by hand compared to 1M made by Rolex, also by machine. mine is titanimum with springdrive which is NOT quartz
Which model is the t titanium spring drive that you have?
Thanks for the comment. I think that GS and Rolex are very similar and different watches at the same time. The both have the precision and quality as the priority. To me Rolex offers a better package overall: quality, movements, design, bracelets etc. Grand Seiko shines with craftsmanship.
@@Bu-22 These both are amazing watches!
Nice review, thanks!
Thanks Alan for your feedback.
@@OneManReviews keep up the consistent good work! Appreciate your hard work.
Thanks a lot!
Hi, witch model year are this?
Good watch, but it's too plain for me (judging from pictures and videos). Maybe it looks better in person. Thanks for the gideo.
Thanks.The simplicity is what I like about this watch but also yeah it looks better in person.
Very useful review. One question: Does it pick up smudges on the crystal easily? My black dial SARB033 does constantly, but they are not so apparent on my cream dial 035.
It does not. However, the anti-glare is not as good as a The Citizen watch.
It is A looker!
Definitely!
GS is their own thing.
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Is it quartz
Yes.
I like that you took wrist shots while driving, at night, in the rain. 😮
But how does it compare to your Railmaster?
They are somewhat similar by philosophy but very different by the design.
Quartz no lume? hard pass
Ideal everyday watch?
Pretty much.
Seiko SARBO33 GANG HOMIE WASSUP!
Awesome video BTW!
Thank you!
I would agree with you completely if the GS had a 3,6,9 dial.
If it does not then IMHO it is not an explorer replacement.
The watch doesn't have to be exact copy of the Explorer to be an alternative.
@@OneManReviews Good point well made 🤔👍
It's a nice watch but considering the ethos of Grand Seiko is nature of Japan why did they choose medieval European font for the brand name and logo?
It looks awful and just doesn't suit the watches.
It's a complete deal breaker for me across the whole brand.
Any buy a watch without microadjust. Seiko is way behind.
Shouldn't this be considered a Rolex Datejust alternative?
The Explorer has Arabic numerals.
Sure it can. To me, it's more comparable to the Explorer.
@@OneManReviews The Explorer has Arabic numerals and no date function. The Grand Seiko SBGX261 with it's baton indices looks just like a Datejust without the cyclops window. So I'm curious as to why you think it is more comparable to an Explorer.
Why is it just rolex and what about grand seiko to go down as alternative? Bottom line? If u can afford get it if u don’t then stop making it a big deal. Its a human nature that it’s expensive and known? Ur something to their eyes.
Get a Sarb 033.... cheaper and basically the same look on your wrist
No lume and a scratch magnet no thanks