Sternglas BerlinvsLongines La Grande Classique de Longines

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Sternglas Berlin at true scale

Berlin

Longines La Grande Classique de Longines at true scale

La Grande Classique de Longines

Diameter

38mm

24mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

29.6mm

lowest

Thickness

8mm

4.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$258

lowest

$1,550

Movement

Miyota GM02

Longines L209.2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
24mm
Thickness
8mm
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
29.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
13mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White
Indices
n/a
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota GM02
Longines L209.2
Beat Rate
0 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
n/a
0
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$258
$1,550
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sternglas Berlin

The Sternglas Berlin is praised for its stylish Art Deco-inspired dial design and a slim 38mm case, offering good value at $270 for newcomers to watches. One reviewer noted the Miyota GM02 quartz movement is accurate to ±20 seconds per month. The included leather strap received a specific criticism for its squeaky quality, with a suggestion for an alternative. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Berlin highly for its distinctive design and value proposition.

Longines La Grande Classique de Longines

Owners widely praise the Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its timeless simplicity, discretion, and elegant, thin profile, making it a comfortable and lightweight dress watch suitable for all styles. The quartz version is recommended for its accuracy and grab-and-go convenience. Pre-owned examples are frequently cited as good value, with prices ranging from $400 to $900. However, one owner noted frequent battery replacements on the quartz model, with one battery lasting only 8 months, and another commenter advised against gold-plated versions due to potential wear issues. Overall, owners rate the Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES highly for its elegant and thin design at an accessible price point.