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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsHamilton American Classic PSR Digital Quartz

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
American Classic PSR Digital Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic PSR Digital Quartz
MSRP $1,225

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
American Classic PSR Digital Quartz41mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
American Classic PSR Digital Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
American Classic PSR Digital Quartz100m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
American Classic PSR Digital Quartz$1,225

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
H-10e
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$1,225

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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.

Hamilton American Classic PSR Digital Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic PSR Digital Quartz for its cool retro-futuristic design and historical reissue status, with many finding it comfortable for all-day wear on its tapering bracelet. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its exceptional accuracy, with figures ranging from +/- zero seconds per day to -0.5 to +0.7 seconds per day. The watch features a hybrid dual display with LCD and OLED technology, a sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance, with battery life estimated at three to five years. Some owners note sharp edges on the clasp buttons and a lack of micro-adjustments on the butterfly clasp, while others find the red LCD dim outdoors and the display activation delayed, requiring a button press to see the time in the dark. The price is considered accessible by some for its unique character and heritage, though others find it expensive for a quartz digital watch.

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