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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SBGE285

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SBGE285
Grand SeikoSBGE285
MSRP $8,900

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SBGE28541mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SBGE28572h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SBGE285100m
MSRP
Merion$701
SBGE285$8,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Thickness
14mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
9R66
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$8,900

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGE285

The Grand Seiko SBGE285 is widely praised for its textured dial, high-intensity titanium case with Zaratsu polishing, and Evolution 9 design, which reviewers consider epitomizes modern Grand Seiko. Owners and reviewers highlight its refined yet sporty appearance and lightweight titanium construction, noting it wears smaller than its 41mm dimensions. The 9R66 Spring Drive movement is lauded for its precision, with accuracy reported at ±1 second per day. One owner notes the watch head shows no wear and there are no scratches on the back of the lugs, indicating excellent overall condition. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGE285 highly for its blend of sophisticated finishing, comfortable wearability, and precise Spring Drive GMT functionality.

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