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Sternglas MarusvsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus42mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
Marus42h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
Marus200m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
Marus$485
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
44.5mm
Thickness
14mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
53.8mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova grün
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$11,100

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What people say

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Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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