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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsPagani Design PD-1693 GMT

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
PD-1693 GMT43h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
PD-1693 GMT200m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
PD-1693 GMT$145

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Pearl DG5833A
Power Reserve
42h
43h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$145

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT

Owners widely report issues with the DG5833GMT movement in the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT, including the minute hand jumping significantly when setting the time and general unreliability leading to failures within months. While one owner noted timekeeping within +/- 5 seconds per day, others suggest opting for models with the NH34 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT's movement reliability is a significant concern for owners.

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