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Sternglas MarusvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

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

Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485
What people say

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Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus42mm
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
Marus42h
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Marus200m
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
MSRP
Marus$485
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
53.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova grün
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
4R36
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$375
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