Sternglas NaosvsTissot Le Locle
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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
Le Locle
Diameter
38mm
39.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
n/a
Thickness
7.2mm
lowest
9.8mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$323
lowest
$795
Movement
Ronda 714
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 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 Tissot Le Locle for its classic elegance, guilloché dial, and 39.3mm case size, which reviewers note fits well under cuffs due to its sub-10mm thickness. The watch is considered a classy and versatile dress watch, with one owner settling on a gold variant with a white dial and crocodile strap. Some owners, however, flag the 30m water resistance as a drawback, and the bracelet style is not a universal favorite. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Le Locle highly for its premium appearance and elegant design at its price point.
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