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Astor + Banks AB ClásicovsSternglas Berlin Automatik

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AB Clásico
Astor + BanksAB Clásico
MSRP $1,500
Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AB Clásico40mm
Berlin Automatik38mm
Power Reserve
AB Clásico40h
Berlin Automatik42h
Water Resistance
AB Clásico50m
Berlin Automatik50m
MSRP
AB Clásico$1,500
Berlin Automatik$485

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 6497-1
Miyota 8215
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,500
$485

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What people say

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Astor + Banks AB Clásico

The Astor + Banks Silver is praised for its nice finishing on the case and dial, with a nice texture on the dial. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively slim, making it comfortable to wear. A weakness of the watch is its lume, which could be a bit brighter.

Sternglas Berlin Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its handsome, clean dial and a 38mm size that fits smaller wrists well, making it a comfortable daily wearer. The case is described as solid and well-finished. However, the Miyota 8205 movement is noted as reliable but noticeably loud, and the exhibition caseback is unadorned. Some owners find the watch too simple and question the value, citing basic movement and strap choices for the price, with a few feeling the proportions and day/date complication are off. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its classic design and wearability, though some debate its value proposition.

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