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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsChristopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Oro
Indices
Applied
Roman numerals
Lume
None
SLN C1 X1 BL

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$5,340

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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.

Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic

The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic features a 41mm titanium case with a glassbox sapphire crystal and a laser-etched guilloché dial with Roman numerals. It utilizes a modified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a chiming module, and its chiming mechanism showcases meticulous hand-finishing. One reviewer found the Oyster-style bracelet a stylistic mismatch for the watch's classical dial design. On balance, reviewers highlight the C1 Bel Canto Classic's refined dial and hand-finished chiming mechanism.

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