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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Merion$701
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.6mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
9S66
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$6,100

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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 SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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