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Sternglas Taiga GMTvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Taiga GMT42mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
Taiga GMT
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
Taiga GMT100m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
Taiga GMT$237
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
7.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 505.24H
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$388

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What people say

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Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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