Sternglas NaosvsSeiko Essentials Quartz
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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.
Naos
Essentials Quartz
Diameter
38mm
40.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
lowest
47mm
Thickness
7.2mm
lowest
8.3mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$323
$265
lowest
Movement
Ronda 714
Seiko 6N52
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz for its exceptional value and convenience, highlighting its thin case that easily fits under cuffs. The watch is noted for its high quality and comfort, particularly the titanium variant with a mesh bracelet weighing only 50g and featuring a sapphire crystal and 10 bar water resistance. However, some owners observe that polished surfaces can develop fine swirls from daily wear, and the gold plating on certain variants may wear off edges over time. The bracelet on the titanium model has smaller center links, creating wider gaps than its steel counterpart. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its value and comfortable, slim wearability.
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