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Sternglas MerionvsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Challenger Automatic
SpinnakerChallenger Automatic
MSRP $289

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Challenger Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Challenger Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Challenger Automatic200m
MSRP
Merion$701
Challenger Automatic$289

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
19mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$289

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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.

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is widely praised for its fun, playful design, solid build quality, and satisfying bezel action. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and the thoughtful integration of the Popeye theme, with the character serving as the hour and minute hands. Reviewers note the reliable Seiko NH35 movement and 300m water resistance. Some owners find the blue lume weaker than expected, and the ultra-domed sapphire crystal presents challenges for photography. The thick rubber strap is also cited as difficult to manage. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic highly for its unique character integration and solid dive watch fundamentals at its price point.

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