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Sternglas MerionvsPhoibos Apollo Dlc

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Apollo Dlc39mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Apollo Dlc40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Apollo Dlc200m
MSRP
Merion$701
Apollo Dlc$485

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
Luminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$485

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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.

Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

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