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Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition OxfordvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Naos Automatik Edition Oxford
SternglasNaos Automatik Edition Oxford
MSRP $701
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Naos Automatik Edition Oxford$701
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$328

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford for its elegant Bauhaus design, particularly the "Alabaster" dial described as a warm grey, beige, or silver, and its well-proportioned handset with distinctive red accents. The compact lugs and sapphire crystal are also highlighted as positive design elements contributing to its wearability. However, some owners find the movement audible and the small crown difficult to grip, making winding and setting inconvenient. One owner noted the finishing is not comparable to higher-end brands. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Naos Automatik Edition Oxford highly for its attractive, affordable Bauhaus aesthetic and versatile wearability.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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