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Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic ChronovsSternglas Merion

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Averau Ceramic Chrono
Echo/NeutraAverau Ceramic Chrono
MSRP $2,400
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Averau Ceramic Chrono42mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Averau Ceramic Chrono56h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Averau Ceramic Chrono100m
Merion200m
MSRP
Averau Ceramic Chrono$2,400
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
49mm
Material
Matte Black Ceramic + Grade 2 Titanium TiFrame
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Superluminova BGW9
Luminova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510B-1 elaboré
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
27
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$701

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What people say

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Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic Chrono

The Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic Chrono is praised for its excellent case finishing, high-quality dial with applied indices, and generous BGW9 lume, with reviewers and owners noting its well-proportioned 39mm dimensions and balanced dial. The black rubber strap is considered surprisingly nice, and the watch offers a competitive package at $1,970. However, the chronograph pushers are not screw-down despite their appearance, and the 100m water resistance should not be used with the chronograph engaged. The 51.5mm lug-to-lug distance is noted as potentially problematic for smaller wrists, and the engagement of the Sellita SW200 movement is described as unremarkable, with the Oyster-style bracelet considered only of reasonable quality. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Echo/Neutra Averau Ceramic Chrono highly for its sharp design and quality finishing at its price point.

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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