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Sternglas MerionvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Merion$701
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
40mm
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$750

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What people say

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Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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