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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsRZE Urbanist

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Urbanist
RZEUrbanist
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Urbanist36mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Urbanist40h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Urbanist100m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Urbanist$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$299

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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.

RZE Urbanist

The RZE Urbanist is widely praised as a fantastic, lightweight, "grab and go" everyday watch. Owners highlight its durable titanium case with scratch-resistant coatings and sapphire crystal. The solar movement is noted for keeping good time and is guaranteed for life. Production models feature a push-in crown, a change from earlier screw-down versions. Overall, owners rate the RZE Urbanist highly for its durable, lightweight titanium construction and reliable solar movement.

From video reviewers

The RZE Urbanist features a Japanese movement for accurate timekeeping and reliable performance. The watch's lume brightness is a shared weakness, with both reviewers noting it could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering it a 'great value' for the price, while the other highlights its solar power feature as a significant strength.

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