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Ikepod Seaslug S01vsSternglas Merion

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Seaslug S01
IkepodSeaslug S01
MSRP $5,859
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seaslug S0139mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Seaslug S0140h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Seaslug S01100m
Merion200m
MSRP
Seaslug S01$5,859
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,859
$701

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What people say

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Ikepod Seaslug S01

The Ikepod Seaslug S01 is widely praised for its unique, enthusiast-oriented design and UFO-style, lugless case, with owners reporting it is well-made and a favorite timepiece that garners attention. Reviewers appreciate the Miyota 9039 movement and seamlessly integrated bezel at its price point. Some owners find the 100-meter water resistance insufficient for a dive watch, and one reviewer notes the blue lume is on the weaker side. The proprietary strap system requires OEM or DIY adaptation, and replacement straps can be scarce and costly. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Ikepod Seaslug S01 highly for its distinctive aesthetic and value.

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.

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