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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SBGK007

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The bottom line

The 39mm SBGK007 wears 2mm narrower than the 41mm Merion — noticeable on a 6.5" wrist.

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.

Grand Seiko SBGK007

The Grand Seiko SBGK007 is praised for its glorious champagne-to-silver-white sunburst dial and domed sapphire crystal. Owners and reviewers highlight its wonderfully slim profile, attributed to the manual-wind movement, contributing to excellent wearability and a design that subtly evokes vintage pieces. The movement is described as attractive yet workmanlike, with accuracy rated between +5 to -3 seconds per day and a 72-hour power reserve. The watch measures 39mm and 11.6mm thick, and is offered on a high-quality leather strap. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the Grand Seiko SBGK007 for its elegant slim case and beautifully textured dial.

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Sternglas Merion
Sternglas Merion
MSRP $701
Grand Seiko SBGK007
Grand Seiko SBGK007
MSRP $7,300
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SBGK007
Grand SeikoSBGK007
MSRP $7,300

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SBGK00739mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SBGK00772h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SBGK00730m
MSRP
Merion$701
SBGK007$7,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44mm
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
9S63
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$7,300

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