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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsGlycine Combat Sub Vintage

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Combat Sub Vintage
GlycineCombat Sub Vintage
MSRP $1,750

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Combat Sub Vintage42mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Combat Sub Vintage38h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Combat Sub Vintage200m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Combat Sub Vintage$1,750

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$1,750

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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.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage for its excellent proportions and slim profile. One owner notes the lume pip on the chapter ring is slightly off-color. The power reserve is reported as inconsistent. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its value and slim wearability.

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