Sternglas MerionvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Sternglas Merion at true scale

Merion

Spinnaker Spence 300 at true scale

Spence 300

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

48mm

lowest

Thickness

14mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$701

$650

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Aquamarine
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$650
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sternglas Merion

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Merion for its distinct 60s style, attractive dial colors, and classic compressor-style case, noting it offers great value and is not underwhelming in person. One owner vouches for Sternglas quality, describing their Merion as beautiful with clean lines and good build quality. The Merion features a highly readable sapphire crystal and a comfortable 41mm case. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Merion highly for its design and value at the price point.

From video reviewers

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 Spence 300

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Spence 300 for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and versatile wear. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some seeing it as a budget alternative to more expensive dive watches. The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and 300m water resistance. However, some community members find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, and a few suggest other brands offer better value at similar price points. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Spence 300 highly for its impressive case dimensions and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's thin 10.9mm profile for a 300m diver is a key strength. No shared weakness was identified.

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