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Sternglas MerionvsFarer ROCHÉ II

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
ROCHÉ II
FarerROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
ROCHÉ II39mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
ROCHÉ II50h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
ROCHÉ II100m
MSRP
Merion$701
ROCHÉ II$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
World Timer
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Sellita SW330-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
50h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$1,495

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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.

Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

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