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Sternglas Marus 2.0vsGrand Seiko SBGW281

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Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
SBGW281
Grand SeikoSBGW281
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus 2.041mm
SBGW28137.3mm
Power Reserve
Marus 2.041h
SBGW28172h
Water Resistance
Marus 2.0200m
SBGW28130m
MSRP
Marus 2.0$593
SBGW281$4,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
37.3mm
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
9S64
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$4,900

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGW281

Grand Seiko SBGW281 owners and reviewers alike praise its classic 37mm size and timeless, no-bezel design, with enthusiasts calling these manual-wind models "perfect Grand Seikos" for their thin profile, accessible price, and dial symmetry. The champagne dial is noted for its evocative, melting snow aesthetic, complemented by a gold seconds hand and a box crystal. The winding action is described as exceptionally smooth with satisfying clicky feedback, and the lug-to-lug measurement is approximately 45mm. This timepiece is splash resistant and retails for US$4,800. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGW281 for its elegant proportions and refined dial presentation.

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