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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9F85
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

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