Merkur Chronograph WatchvsMerkur Salmon Dial Bronze

Chronograph Watch
MerkurChronograph Watch

Ref. merkur-chronograph-watch·MSRP $320

Salmon Dial Bronze
MerkurSalmon Dial Bronze

Ref. merkur-salmon-dial-watch-bronze·MSRP $135

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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.

Merkur Chronograph Watch at true scale

Chronograph Watch

Merkur Salmon Dial Bronze at true scale

Salmon Dial Bronze

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

13mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$320

$135

lowest

Movement

Seagull ST1901

Manual

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
n/a
Thickness
13mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
K1

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST1901
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$320
$135
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Reviews

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

Merkur Chronograph Watch

Merkur Chronograph Watch owners praise the satisfying winding feel and crisp chronograph operation, with one owner noting good quality and regulation. The watch is widely considered a great value, with owners amazed to pay $175 for a true mechanical chronograph. However, the BOR bracelet is considered cheap, and the burlap strap is rough on the skin. One owner reported stuttering and stopping seconds hands, and another noted accuracy at approximately +9 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Merkur Chronograph Watch highly for its mechanical chronograph functionality and value at the price point.

Merkur Salmon Dial Bronze

Owners widely praise the Merkur Salmon Dial Watch Bronze for its beautiful salmon dial and premium look that belies its entry-level price, with one owner noting the pleasing combination of salmon and silver. The 38mm manual wind watch is described as keeping fantastic time and offering a mix of brushed and polished finishes that elevate it above some competitors. One owner reports that the beads of rice bracelet's end links can pop out of place, requiring them to be clicked back in. Overall, owners rate the Merkur Salmon Dial Watch Bronze highly for its attractive salmon dial and impressive finishing at its price point.