Sternglas MerionvsZelos Swordfish 3

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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

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$701

$399

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Bronze
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$399
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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.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.