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Sternglas MerionvsOrient Symphony III

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Symphony III
OrientSymphony III
MSRP $240

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Symphony III41.6mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Symphony III40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Symphony III50m
MSRP
Merion$701
Symphony III$240

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
41.6mm
Thickness
14mm
12.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m
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
$240

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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 Symphony III

Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony III for its exceptional value, noting its sub-$150 price tag belies a polished case and classic design with modern overtones that make it appear more expensive. The dial is described as simple, elegant, and effective, and the time-setting action is smooth. However, the included bracelet is flagged as flimsy and squeaky, prompting recommendations for aftermarket straps. Accuracy is a point of concern for some, with one owner reporting sporadic timekeeping ranging from +10 seconds per day to as much as 83 seconds over 48 hours. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony III highly for its impressive value and elegant design, despite the noted bracelet and accuracy issues.

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