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Maen Brooklyn 36vsSternglas Merion

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Brooklyn 36
MaenBrooklyn 36
MSRP $639
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brooklyn 3636mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Brooklyn 3640h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Brooklyn 3650m
Merion200m
MSRP
Brooklyn 36$639
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
11.1mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M5.1.1
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$639
$701

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Maen Brooklyn 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Brooklyn 36 for its attractive sunburst dials, particularly the green and tan combination, and its well-finished Jubilee bracelet that offers an expensive feel. The 36mm case size and 46mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting smaller wrists well, with one owner finding its 12.6mm thickness surprisingly compact. The triple calendar complication is appreciated at its price point, and some find its construction and finish superior to competitors. However, some owners express concerns about potential quality control issues, with one noting an askew 12 o'clock index. There are also mixed sentiments regarding the brand's newness and the longevity of its Miyota movement compared to established Swiss brands, alongside questions about its price point relative to other options. Overall, owners rate the Maen Brooklyn 36 highly for its attractive design and value, particularly its dial and bracelet finishing.

From video reviewers

The Maen M5.1.1 features a classy dial with a strong Rolex-inspired design. The watch's finishing and quality are on par with previous Maen watches. The Maen M5.1.1 has a relatively high price compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers.

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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