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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsNodus Obscura II - DLC

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Obscura II - DLC
NodusObscura II - DLC
MSRP $725

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Obscura II - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Obscura II - DLC41h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Obscura II - DLC100m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Obscura II - DLC$725

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$725

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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.

Nodus Obscura II - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Obscura II - DLC for its high quality and value, with one owner calling it their first tactical watch that lives up to the hype. Reviewers highlight the novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, as a well-executed feature. The TMI NH38 movement is considered basic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II - DLC highly for its unique bezel complication and strong value proposition at $650.

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