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Sternglas MerionvsSeiko 62MAS

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
62MAS
Seiko62MAS
MSRP $1,200

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
62MAS40.5mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
62MAS70h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
62MAS200m
MSRP
Merion$701
62MAS$1,200

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.6mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
6R35
Power Reserve
41h
70h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$1,200

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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.

Seiko 62MAS

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch is praised for its vintage-inspired finishing, crisp bezel action, and build quality. Owners widely report the movement averages within +/- 10 seconds per day, though some note accuracy issues. The 40mm case size is considered by some to wear larger than expected, and the price point is a subject of debate, with some finding it too high and others fair. The watch features a 72-hour power reserve from the Caliber 6R55 movement, a 300-meter depth rating, and a box-shaped sapphire crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch for its refined design and solid build quality, despite some reservations about its price and perceived size.

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