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Sternglas Naos Pro AutomatikvsZelos Helmsman 3

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Naos Pro Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro Automatik
MSRP $755
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Pro Automatik38mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Naos Pro Automatik42h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Naos Pro Automatik50m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Naos Pro Automatik$755
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
SS - Frost
Lume
Luminova Punkte
None

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$755
$529

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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