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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SLGB006

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SLGB006
Grand SeikoSLGB006
MSRP $43,600

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SLGB00637mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SLGB00672h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SLGB006100m
MSRP
Merion$701
SLGB006$43,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
14mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.3mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
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
9RB2
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$43,600

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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 SLGB006

The Grand Seiko SLGB006 is praised for its stunning "Ice Forest at Dawn" textured dial and 37mm 18k yellow gold case, with some finding it gorgeous enough to wear even if they don't typically prefer gold watches. It houses the Spring Drive Calibre 9RB2 movement, noted for its "Ultra Fine Accuracy" of ±20 seconds per year and a 72-hour power reserve. However, the Grand Seiko SLGB006 is considered expensive by some, with a price of $43,600 or €44,700 for its limited production of 80 pieces, and one owner suggests alternatives offer a more refined feel. The watch lacks the Evolution 9 micro-adjustment system. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Grand Seiko SLGB006's striking dial and movement accuracy as its primary strengths, despite its high price point and limited availability.

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