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Sternglas MerionvsSeiko Presage Classic Series

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Presage Classic Series
SeikoPresage Classic Series
MSRP $950

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Presage Classic Series36mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Presage Classic Series72h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Presage Classic Series100m
MSRP
Merion$701
Presage Classic Series$950

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
41.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
6R51
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$950

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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 Presage Classic Series

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is widely praised for its sublime dial and hand finishing, with textured dials inspired by silk and elegantly curved hands. Owners and reviewers highlight the value proposition under $1,000, the comfortable wearability due to case proportions and slim appearance, and the robust 100m water resistance on several models. The 72-hour power reserve from the 6R51 or 6R55 automatic movements is a consistent positive note. However, one owner criticizes the pin and collar bracelet system as awful, and the 24-hour subdial is noted as potentially annoying by another. Accuracy figures for the 6R55 movement range from +25/-15 seconds per day to within -15/+25 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series highly for its exquisite dial work and strong value at its price point.

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