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Sternglas MarusvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus42mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Marus42h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Marus200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Marus$485
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
53.8mm
48.6mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova grün
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9S66
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$6,100

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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 SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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