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Sternglas MerionvsHelgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Skyfighter (Refurbished)
HelgraySkyfighter (Refurbished)
MSRP $199

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Skyfighter (Refurbished)42mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Skyfighter (Refurbished)40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Skyfighter (Refurbished)50m
MSRP
Merion$701
Skyfighter (Refurbished)$199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Swiss-Made Ronda 5021.D Strap
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$199

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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.

Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) for its handsome, sporty yet understated design, finding it versatile and good value at its price point. One owner notes the watch is in excellent condition with no marks on the case or crystal, and only minor scuffs on the caseback. However, the brand faces criticism for poor build quality, low-quality movements, and a lack of customer service. On balance, owners find the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) to be a versatile and well-priced quartz chronograph, despite concerns about the brand's overall quality and service.

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