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Sternglas BerlinvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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Berlin
SternglasBerlin
MSRP $258
OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Berlin38mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
Berlin
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
Berlin50m
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
Berlin$258
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
35mm
Thickness
8mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota GM02
TMI VD78A
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$258
$405

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What people say

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Sternglas Berlin

The Sternglas Berlin is praised for its stylish Art Deco-inspired design and slim 38mm case, offering good value at $270 for newcomers to watches. One reviewer notes the Miyota GM02 quartz movement is accurate to ±20 seconds per month, but flags the included leather strap as squeaky and suggests an alternative. Overall, owners find the Sternglas Berlin a satisfying purchase for its aesthetic and price point.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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