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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Ludwig 38 enamel white37.5mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Ludwig 38 enamel white53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Ludwig 38 enamel white50m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Ludwig 38 enamel white$2,530

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
37.5mm
Thickness
12mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
53 hoursh
Jewels
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$2,530

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What people say

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white for its striking, glossy dial with multiple lacquer layers, Roman numerals, and blued steel hands, alongside the in-house Alpha manual-winding movement. One owner notes its proportions make it appear larger in photos than in reality. Overall, owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white highly for its blend of traditional and modern design elements on an exceptional dial.

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