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Sternglas Berlin AutomatikvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin Automatik38mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Berlin Automatik42h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Berlin Automatik50m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Berlin Automatik$485
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9039
Power Reserve
42h
42h
Jewels
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$665

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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.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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