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Sternglas Naos AutomatikvsTuseno Shellback

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What people say

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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. 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 also not meeting the brand's advertised standard. One owner found the 38mm model lighter than expected and preferred it over a Seiko SRP703 and an Apple Watch. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Sternglas Naos Automatik's attractive Bauhaus design and good value, despite some criticisms of dial legibility and strap quality.

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.

Tuseno Shellback

The build quality is cited as a significant strength. Availability is a weakness, with stock running low.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Automatik38mm
Shellback40mm
Power Reserve
Naos Automatik42h
Shellback
Water Resistance
Naos Automatik50m
Shellback200m
MSRP
Naos Automatik$463
Shellback$840

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463
$840
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