Which is cheaper, the Sternglas Berlin Automatik or the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor?

At MSRP the Sternglas Berlin Automatik is the cheaper of the two at $485, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $4,815 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sternglas Berlin Automatik or the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Sternglas Berlin Automatik — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sternglas Berlin Automatik or the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Sternglas Berlin Automatik.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sternglas Berlin Automatik or the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor?

The Sternglas Berlin Automatik carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Sternglas Berlin Automatik run compared to the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sternglas Berlin Automatik uses the Miyota 8215 and the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE.

Side by side

Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsBremont Altitude MB Meteor

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Sternglas Berlin Automatik

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MSRP $485

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Berlin Automatik38mm

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Power Reserve

Berlin Automatik42h

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Water Resistance

Berlin Automatik50m

Altitude MB Meteor100m

MSRP

Berlin Automatik$485

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

—

Black

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8215

BE-92AE

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$485

$5,300

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What people say

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Sternglas Berlin Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its handsome, clean dial and a 38mm size that fits smaller wrists well, making it a comfortable daily wearer. The case is described as solid and well-finished. However, the Miyota 8205 movement is noted as reliable but noticeably loud, and the exhibition caseback is unadorned. Some owners find the watch too simple and question the value, citing basic movement and strap choices for the price, with a few feeling the proportions and day/date complication are off. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its classic design and wearability, though some debate its value proposition.

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Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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