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Sternglas Naos XLvsNodus Sector II GMT

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Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Sector II GMT
NodusSector II GMT
MSRP $525

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Sector II GMT38mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Sector II GMT41h
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Sector II GMT100m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Sector II GMT$525

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
6.6mm
11.9mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
TMI NH34 (GMT)
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$525

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos XL

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL for its versatile Bauhaus design, domed sapphire crystal, and value, with some finding its larger size comfortable and refined for its price. However, opinions are split on its aesthetic appeal, with one owner finding the hands and face underwhelming, while others appreciate the minimalistic dial. The date font is noted as too small to be useful by one owner, and the stock strap is generally considered basic or prone to wear. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a Miyota movement running fast and another noting +13 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL highly for its Bauhaus aesthetics and affordability, despite some reservations about the movement and strap.

Nodus Sector II GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Nodus Sector II GMT for its versatile, refined design and surprisingly good finishing for its compelling price point. The watch features a regulated Seiko NH34 movement, running at +5 seconds per day according to one review, a sapphire crystal with AR coating, and 100 meters of water resistance. Some owners wish for lume on the GMT hand and prefer a bi-directional GMT bezel over the 120-click dive timing bezel, while others find the NH34 movement overpriced for the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II GMT highly for its refined design and impressive finishing at its price point.

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