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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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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 Essentials Daywear

Seiko Essentials Daywear is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight design, featuring a thin 8.4mm case and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the convenience of its quartz movement and sapphire crystal. One owner notes the titanium bracelet has larger gaps due to its smaller center link. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Daywear highly for its comfortable wearability and strong value proposition.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Essentials Daywear
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
6N76
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$325
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