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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SLGA015

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SLGA015
Grand SeikoSLGA015
MSRP $12,600

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SLGA01543.8mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SLGA015120h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SLGA015200m
MSRP
Merion$701
SLGA015$12,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
43.8mm
Thickness
14mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
9RA5
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
41h
120h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$12,600

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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 SLGA015

The Grand Seiko SLGA015 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with owners reporting performance far exceeding the stated 10 seconds per month. The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep and 5-day power reserve are also noted strengths, as is the lighter titanium case construction. However, some owners find the bracelet extension non-intuitive, and one noted the clasp scratched easily. The watch features a nature-inspired, wave-like dial texture. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGA015 highly for its impressive accuracy and quality construction.

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