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Sternglas MerionvsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

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

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Tourbillon Master SU8002
SugessTourbillon Master SU8002
MSRP $1,099
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.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002 for offering a genuine tourbillon complication at an accessible price point, making a high-end complication attainable. The dial is described as beautiful, evoking a Moser aesthetic, and legibility is considered superb by one owner. However, concerns exist regarding the long-term durability and serviceability of the Chinese-made Seagull ST8230 movement, with some questioning its longevity for the price. The winding stem is noted as feeling flimsy, and the strap and buckle are considered chunky. Quality control can be inconsistent, though customer service is reportedly excellent. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8002 highly for providing an impressive tourbillon complication at an unmatched price.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functioning tourbillon at this price point is the strongest cited strength. Reviewers imply potential compromises in other areas to achieve this low cost.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Tourbillon Master SU800241mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Tourbillon Master SU800240h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Tourbillon Master SU800250m
MSRP
Merion$701
Tourbillon Master SU8002$1,099

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
Seagull ST8230
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$1,099
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