Sternglas Naos XL AutomatikvsSpecht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0018 Automatic

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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.

Sternglas Naos XL Automatik at true scale

Naos XL Automatik

Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0018 Automatic at true scale

Specht & Söhne SP0018 Automatic

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

43.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$463

n/a

Movement

Miyota 8215

Miyota 8215

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
25mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Luminova
Dial + Hands

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sternglas Naos XL Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik as an amazing value and a budget-friendly Bauhaus automatic watch that never feels underwhelming. The dial is noted as interesting enough for regular wear, and the watch is considered solid for business casual. One owner finds the 42mm case size can appear too large, resembling a "flying saucer" on a 7.25-inch wrist, and another notes the Miyota movement is just okay. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik highly for its exceptional value and Bauhaus design at its price point.

Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0018 Automatic

The Specht & Sohne SP0018 Automatic is noted for its "bling" appeal, which may polarize some enthusiasts, and it comes with a zippered case and a link removal tool. Owners report disappointment that the large seconds hand is not a chronograph hand and the subdial is only a 60-second counter, attributing this to the watch's sub-€50 price point. One owner experienced a significant shipping delay and an unresponsive customer service. On balance, owners find the Specht & Sohne SP0018 Automatic to have an attractive style at a good price, with the brand making efforts to improve quality.