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Sternglas Naos XLvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
6.6mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Navy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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