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Sternglas Naos XL AutomatikvsTudor Black Bay

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Naos XL Automatik
SternglasNaos XL Automatik
MSRP $463
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL Automatik42mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL Automatik
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
Naos XL Automatik50m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
Naos XL Automatik$463
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
MT5602
Power Reserve
70h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos XL Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik as an amazing and best affordable automatic Bauhaus watch for its price. However, some owners find the 42mm case size too large, with one describing it as resembling a "flying saucer" on a 7.25-inch wrist, and another noting its unsuitability for a predominantly white dial. The Miyota movement is described as just okay. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik highly for its value proposition as an affordable Bauhaus automatic.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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