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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsFears Brunswick 40 (Black)

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
15m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$3,545

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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.

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

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