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Citizen NighthawkvsSternglas Naos Großdatum

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Nighthawk
CitizenNighthawk
MSRP $431
Naos Großdatum
SternglasNaos Großdatum
MSRP $323
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Nighthawk

Owners widely praise the Citizen Nighthawk for its value, intricate dial with applied indices and red accents, and strong wrist presence. The Eco-Drive B877 movement is noted for its accuracy, with one owner reporting zero deviation over five days, and its ability to track dual timezones with a GMT hand. The brushed case finish and solid, attractive bracelet are also frequently highlighted. However, the mineral crystal is a consistent drawback, with multiple sources noting its reflectivity and vulnerability to scratches, especially considering the watch's price point. Some owners find the dial difficult to read in low light, the internal bezel crown position awkward, and the watch heavy. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Nighthawk highly for its striking dial and accurate Eco-Drive movement, with the mineral crystal being the most frequently cited compromise.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered Eco-Drive chronograph movement is a functional highlight. Legibility in low light conditions is a drawback.

Sternglas Naos Großdatum

The Sternglas Naos Großdatum is praised for its Bauhaus aesthetic and value, with one owner finding it an affordable alternative to other designs. However, some owners report it feels underwhelming and cheap, with a printed-on face, small font, and toy-like hands, and find the strap to be of poor quality. The watch features a 38mm stainless steel case, an Alabaster dial with beige LumiNova, and a Seiko TMI VJ76 quartz movement rated for -20/+20 seconds per month. On balance, owners and reviewers are divided, with the primary point of contention being the perceived quality and aesthetic execution of the Sternglas Naos Großdatum.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nighthawk42mm
Naos Großdatum38mm
Power Reserve
Nighthawk40h
Naos Großdatum
Water Resistance
Nighthawk200m
Naos Großdatum50m
MSRP
Nighthawk$431
Naos Großdatum$323

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Lug Width
26mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Luminova Punkten

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
B612
Seiko VJ76
Type
Solar
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$431
$323
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