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Nodus Contrail GMTvsSternglas Naos Automatik

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Naos Automatik
SternglasNaos Automatik
MSRP $463

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Naos Automatik38mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Naos Automatik42h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Naos Automatik50m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Naos Automatik$463

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
43mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Miyota 8215
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$463

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What people say

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

Sternglas Naos Automatik

The Sternglas Naos Automatik is praised for its stylish Bauhaus design and solid build quality for its price, featuring a sapphire crystal and elegant case. However, some dial text is too small and slim for easy readability, and the Milanese strap and clasp are considered lower quality, with the quick-change system also not meeting the brand's advertised standard. One owner found the 38mm model lighter than expected and preferred it over a Seiko SRP703 and an Apple Watch. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Sternglas Naos Automatik's attractive Bauhaus design and good value, despite some criticisms of dial legibility and strap quality.

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