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Sternglas Marus 2.0vsRolex Sea-Dweller

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

Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a shared strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Rolex Sea-Dweller

The Rolex Sea-Dweller is widely considered a masculine and substantial watch, with owners appreciating its clean look and red dial text. Some find its 43mm size and thickness make it feel like a "tank" and potentially cause arm fatigue, especially for those with smaller wrists or after weight loss, while others prefer its chunkiness and consider it more proportionally appropriate for larger wrists. The Rolex Sea-Dweller is seen by some as a niche product compared to the Submariner due to its size and heft. One owner considers the Sea-Dweller 43mm dial superior to other modern Rolexes, noting its matte-ish finish and red lettering. On balance, owners rate the Rolex Sea-Dweller highly for its distinctive aesthetic and substantial presence, though its size and weight are polarizing factors.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus 2.041mm
Sea-Dweller43mm
Power Reserve
Marus 2.041h
Sea-Dweller70h
Water Resistance
Marus 2.0200m
Sea-Dweller1,220m
MSRP
Marus 2.0$593
Sea-Dweller$22,450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Yellow Rolesor
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
1220m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
Luminova
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
3235
Power Reserve
41h
70h
Jewels
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$22,450
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