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Sternglas NaosvsSeiko Essentials Automatic

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos

The Sternglas Naos is widely praised for its refined daily wearability and Bauhaus design, with owners noting its durable construction, scratchless sapphire crystal, and flawless date mechanism. Reviewers highlight the comfortable and supple bracelet that drapes well and a date window that matches the dial. One owner advises replacing the original tan strap due to a lack of durability. The quartz movement is noted for its accuracy, and the absence of a seconds hand is seen as a unique solution to prevent misaligned markers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Naos highly for its harmonious design and comfortable wear at its price point.

Seiko Essentials Automatic

Owners widely appreciate the Seiko Essentials Automatic for its attractive design and value, with one owner calling the green sunray dial beautiful and reliable after a year. Some users find the 41.2mm case wears smaller than expected. One owner notes the orange stripe on the stopwatch button can expand and fall off in heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Automatic highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos38mm
Essentials Automatic41.2mm
Power Reserve
Naos
Essentials Automatic41h
Water Resistance
Naos50m
Essentials Automatic100m
MSRP
Naos$323
Essentials Automatic$315

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
41.2mm
Thickness
7.2mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
48.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 714
Seiko 4R35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$323
$315
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