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Sternglas Naos Pro GMT AutomatikvsSeiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

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Naos Pro GMT Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro GMT Automatik
MSRP $863

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Pro GMT Automatik38mm
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition44mm
Power Reserve
Naos Pro GMT Automatik42h
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition50h
Water Resistance
Naos Pro GMT Automatik50m
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition200m
MSRP
Naos Pro GMT Automatik$863
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition$3,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38mm
44mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
49.3mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova Punkte
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
8L35
Power Reserve
42h
50h
Jewels
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$863
$3,300

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik

Owners report the Sternglas Naos can feel underwhelming with a cheap feel and hands resembling office printer output, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and looks like a toy, though others appreciate its understated design. Reviewers highlight the Argo Automatic variant as a compelling sub-€400 mechanical watch with a colorful dial and practical date wheel, suitable for new collectors, featuring a 38mm case and a Miyota 8215 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Sternglas Naos offers a mixed ownership experience, with its value proposition and entry-level appeal being its strongest points for some.

From video reviewers

The Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik features a clean Bauhaus design that sets it apart from other GMT watches. A notable weakness is the watch's bezel action, which is not as smooth as some reviewers would have liked. Reviewers disagree on the watch's case size, with one reviewer stating it's slightly larger than the original Naos Automatic, while another reviewer doesn't mention this aspect at all.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition for its attractive, well-made design and gorgeous dial, noting its jewel-toned teal color and rippling-water pattern. The bezel action is smooth with a muted sound, and the case and bracelet offer a more comfortable feel than previous iterations. However, multiple owners express disappointment with the accuracy of the 6R movement at its price point, with some noting theirs runs slow, and consider the price too high. The steep rehaut and marker size make the 24-hour numbers difficult to read, and some find the case design makes the watch feel top-heavy despite wearing smaller. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition highly for its striking dial and refined case design, despite concerns regarding movement accuracy at its price.

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