Sternglas NaosvsOrient Stretto Date Solar

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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 at true scale

Naos

Orient Stretto Date Solar at true scale

Stretto Date Solar

Diameter

38mm

32.1mm

Lug-to-Lug

41mm

39mm

lowest

Thickness

7.2mm

7.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$323

$285

lowest

Movement

Ronda 714

Seiko VS224

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
32.1mm
Thickness
7.2mm
7.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
39mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Ronda 714
Seiko VS224
Type
Quartz
Solar
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
n/a
0
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$323
$285
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Reviews

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

Sternglas Naos

The Sternglas Naos is widely praised for its durable construction, featuring a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a flawless date mechanism. Owners appreciate its refined aesthetic, which allows it to be easily dressed up or down for daily wear, and its comfortable bracelet that drapes well. The Bauhaus design is noted as harmonious, and the quartz movement offers good accuracy. One owner advises replacing the original tan strap due to durability concerns. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos highly for its refined design and durability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Sternglas Naos is praised for its Bauhaus design and build quality. Reviewers noted that the watch offers good value as a budget alternative to more expensive Bauhaus models.

Orient Stretto Date Solar

Owners widely praise the Orient Stretto Date Solar for its refined, classy look, beautiful textured dial that shines, and overall value at a great price, with some appreciating its simple, mechanical, and light design. One owner notes the sapphire crystal, day and date complications, and excellent movement. However, some find the design generic and derivative, and one owner describes it as appearing like a children's watch with a noisy strap. The bracelet clasp offers limited micro-adjustment, and some commenters wish for a larger case size. Overall, owners rate the Orient Stretto Date Solar highly for its attractive dial and value at the price.