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Sternglas MerionvsOrient Classic Watch

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Classic Watch
OrientClassic Watch
MSRP $245

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Classic Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Classic Watch40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Classic Watch100m
MSRP
Merion$701
Classic Watch$245

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$245

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

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