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Sternglas NaosvsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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Naos
SternglasNaos
MSRP $323
Essentials Daywear
SeikoEssentials Daywear
MSRP $325

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos38mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
Naos
Essentials Daywear40h
Water Resistance
Naos50m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
Naos$323
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
7.2mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
46.7mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 714
6N76
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$323
$325

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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 Daywear

Seiko Essentials Daywear is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight design, featuring a thin 8.4mm case and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the convenience of its quartz movement and sapphire crystal. One owner notes the titanium bracelet has larger gaps due to its smaller center link. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Daywear highly for its comfortable wearability and strong value proposition.

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