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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $795

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Prospex Sea34mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Prospex Sea40h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Prospex Sea$795

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Thickness
12mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
40.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
6N01
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$795

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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 Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, robust build, and superb lume, with many appreciating its comfortable wearability due to its case shape and lug-to-lug distance. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive finishing and classic dive watch design, often noting the bright LumiBrite lume. Some owners find the watch to be large, thick, and heavy, while others consider it the perfect size, indicating a split opinion on wearability for smaller wrists. The power reserve from some movements is noted as less than newer variants, and the clasp quality receives mixed feedback. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition in the dive watch market.

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