Sternglas Naos AutomatikvsSeiko Presage Style60's

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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 Naos Automatik at true scale

Naos Automatik

Seiko Presage Style60's at true scale

Presage Style60's

Diameter

38mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

43mm

lowest

46.2mm

Thickness

12mm

12mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

41h

MSRP

$463

lowest

$595

Movement

Miyota 8215

Seiko 4R35

Case

2 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46.2mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Seiko 4R35
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
n/a
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463
$595
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Reviews

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

Sternglas Naos Automatik

The Sternglas Naos Automatik is praised for its stylish Bauhaus design and solid build quality for its price, featuring a sapphire crystal and elegant case. Owners find the 38mm model lighter than comparable watches and prefer its aesthetic over smartwatches. However, some dial text is too small and slim for easy readability, and the Milanese strap and clasp are considered lower quality, with the quick-change system not meeting advertised standards. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Naos Automatik highly for its Bauhaus design and build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The German minimalist and Bauhaus aesthetic is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses. Reviewers disagreed on whether the watch offers superior value compared to the Junghans Max Bill.

Seiko Presage Style60's

The Seiko Presage Style60's is praised for its charming retro aesthetic, featuring a box-shaped crystal, faceted indexes, and applied markers, all within a comfortable 39.5mm case. Reviewers note its affordable price point of €490-€540 and a pleasing bracelet. However, the automatic 4R35 movement's accuracy tolerance of +45/-35 seconds per day is flagged as a potential drawback. On balance, reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Style60's highly for its attractive vintage design and wearability at its price point, despite concerns regarding movement accuracy.

From video reviewers

The retro-inspired design is a key strength. Reviewers question if the features justify the price point.