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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Presage Cocktail Time
SeikoPresage Cocktail Time
MSRP $475

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Presage Cocktail Time40.5mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Presage Cocktail Time41h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Presage Cocktail Time$475

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
4R35
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$475

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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.

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with the 4Rxx movement keeping good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. The watch is appreciated for its size and design, though some owners note the absence of a sapphire crystal and occasionally question the price, feeling it competes with significantly more expensive timepieces. One reviewer specifically praised the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, but found the case design uninspired. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its striking dial aesthetics and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

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