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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsSternglas Marus

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Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485
What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Marus42mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Marus42h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Marus200m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$1,000
Marus$485

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12.56mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
53.8mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminova grün

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Miyota 8215
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$485
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