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Sternglas Marus 2.0vsTudor Black Bay 68

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
Black Bay 68
TudorBlack Bay 68
MSRP $5,475
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a shared strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Tudor Black Bay 68

The Tudor Black Bay 68 is praised for its METAS Master Chronometer-certified MT5601-U movement, which provides superior accuracy of -2/+4 seconds per day and a 70-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 13.6mm thickness and the appeal of the Tudor blue dial with a matte black bezel insert. The watch features a brushed and polished 43mm case, a domed sapphire crystal, and a bracelet without faux rivets. On balance, reviewers find the Tudor Black Bay 68 a sensible, larger vintage-inspired diver with excellent timekeeping.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus 2.041mm
Black Bay 6843mm
Power Reserve
Marus 2.041h
Black Bay 6870h
Water Resistance
Marus 2.0200m
Black Bay 68200m
MSRP
Marus 2.0$593
Black Bay 68$5,475

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
MT5601-U
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
70h
Jewels
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$5,475
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