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Sternglas MerionvsGrand Seiko SLGC009

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

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
SLGC009
Grand SeikoSLGC009
MSRP $16,900

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
SLGC00943mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
SLGC00972h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
SLGC009200m
MSRP
Merion$701
SLGC009$16,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14mm
15.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
9SC5
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$16,900

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGC009

Owners widely report the Grand Seiko SLGC009 is perceived as "big" but "not obnoxious," with some finding its bold, aggressive, and futuristic design appealing while others deem it too daring for the brand. Opinions are split on its aesthetic, with comparisons ranging from a G-Shock to the Cybertruck. One owner noted a desire for a more offset clasp. The movement is praised by some, though the dial color and hour indexes drew criticism from one voice. The Grand Seiko SLGC009's rumored discontinuation is speculated to potentially aid in value retention. On balance, owners are divided on the Grand Seiko SLGC009's polarizing design, with its movement and wearability being points of discussion.

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