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Sternglas Naos Pro AutomatikvsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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Naos Pro Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro Automatik
MSRP $755
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Pro Automatik38mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Naos Pro Automatik42h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Naos Pro Automatik50m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Naos Pro Automatik$755
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
9mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Cream
Lume
Luminova Punkte
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$755
$499

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik

The Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik is praised for its slim 9mm case and Bauhaus dial design, featuring clear hour markers and a framed date window. Owners note the upgraded Miyota 9015 movement with a 4Hz beat rate. Accuracy is reported as -10/+30 seconds per day, which is not ideal for precision enthusiasts. The five-link bracelet's lack of fitted end-links and the optional bracelet's chunkiness are flagged as areas lacking refinement. Overall, reviewers highlight the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik's improved wearability and premium feel at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Bauhaus design is a strength. The value proposition is a weakness.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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