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Sternglas MerionvsNodus Obscura II

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650
What people say

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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.

Nodus Obscura II

The Nodus Obscura II is widely praised for its novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for film photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, and its iridescent dial that resembles mother of pearl. Owners also highlight the top-notch bracelet with micro-adjustment and the accessible $650 price point. Some find the bezel concept a bit gimmicky. The watch features a 38mm steel case, a TMI NH38 movement, 100m water resistance, and a box sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II highly for its creative complication and iridescent dial at an accessible price.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Obscura II38mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Obscura II41h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Obscura II100m
MSRP
Merion$701
Obscura II$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
Luminova
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
NH38
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$650
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