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Sternglas MerionvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Merion$701
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
45mm
Thickness
14mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
4R36
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$650

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition for its robust build quality, excellent bezel action, and strong lume that performs well in low light. Reviewers note specific models feature attractive dials, such as the jewel-toned teal with a water pattern or a deep dark blue gradient. Some owners highlight the comfortable wearability and solid bracelets. The 4R36 movement is mentioned with a 41-hour power reserve, while the 6R55 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and a stated accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. One owner finds the multi-lingual date function and divers extension difficult to use, and bracelet adjustment can be initially frustrating. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its dive watch functionality and attractive dial designs.

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