MKII Stingray IIvsVertex M60 AquaLion D

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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.

MKII Stingray II at true scale

Stingray II

Vertex M60 AquaLion D at true scale

M60 AquaLion D

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.5mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

14.7mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

600m

highest

Power Reserve

50h

highest

42h

MSRP

n/a

$3,243

Movement

Seiko NE15

Sellita SW300-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14.7mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
45mm
Water Resistance
200m
600m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Arclite Super LumiNova (green emission)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NE15
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
50h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$3,243
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Reviews

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

MKII Stingray II

The MKII Stingray II is widely praised for its utilitarian design, smooth bezel action, and excellent legibility with a matte dial and sword hands. Owners appreciate the wearable 40mm sandblasted case, though its 14.7mm thickness is noted as substantial for the size. Accuracy is a point of divergence, with one owner reporting degradation from +/- 15-30 seconds per day to -30-40 seconds per day, while another source does not specify accuracy. The 4:30 date window is a common point of contention among reviewers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MKII Stingray II highly for its robust design and legibility at the price.

Vertex M60 AquaLion D

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Vertex M60 AquaLion D for its exceptional Super-LumiNova X1 lume, robust 600m water resistance, and solid bezel action. The watch is noted for its impressive build quality and comes with thoughtful extras like multiple strap options and a protective case. One owner found the 39mm case slightly too big for their personal preference, while reviewers generally found the 14mm thickness wearable. The Vertex M60 AquaLion D is powered by a chronometer-certified Sellita SW300-1 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vertex M60 AquaLion D highly for its combat-ready reliability and exceptional lume at its price point.

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