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Sternglas MerionvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Merion$701
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Cream
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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