Sternglas Naos XS AutomatikvsLongines Master Collection 34mm
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Measurements
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Naos XS Automatik
Master Collection 34mm
Diameter
33mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
38.5mm
n/a
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$431
lowest
$2,500
Movement
Miyota 6T15
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XS Automatik for its elegant Bauhaus design and comfortable wearability, attributed to its compact lugs and slim case. One owner notes the Miyota movement is loud, while another reports their movement gained 8-12 seconds daily, though legibility suffers in low light. The Sternglas Naos XS Automatik is considered good value by some, though others find Sternglas watches overpriced. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XS Automatik highly for its minimalist design and comfortable wearability.
The Bauhaus aesthetic is a key selling point. Reviewers did not agree on whether the watch fully captures the "Bauhaus magic" of more expensive alternatives.
The Longines Master Collection 34mm is praised for its versatile 34mm sizing, which owners find suitable for daily wear and elegant on smaller wrists, offering good dial legibility. Some owners appreciate the bracelet finishing, while others note a lack of micro-adjustments for a perfect fit. The antireflective coating can cause glare in photos, and some find the case finishing somewhat homogenous. The 3-bar water resistance is considered sufficient for household chores but not for submersion. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Master Collection 34mm highly for its elegant sizing and value proposition.
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