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Glycine Airman PuristvsSternglas Naos Pro Automatik

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

Airman Purist
GlycineAirman Purist
MSRP $2,700
Naos Pro Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro Automatik
MSRP $755
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik

The Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik is praised for its slim 9mm case and Bauhaus dial design, featuring clear hour markers and a framed date window. Owners note the upgraded Miyota 9015 movement with a 4Hz beat rate. Accuracy is reported as -10/+30 seconds per day, which is not ideal for precision enthusiasts. The five-link bracelet's lack of fitted end-links and the optional bracelet's chunkiness are flagged as areas lacking refinement. Overall, reviewers highlight the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik's improved wearability and premium feel at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Bauhaus design is a strength. The value proposition is a weakness.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
Naos Pro Automatik38mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
Naos Pro Automatik42h
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
Naos Pro Automatik50m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
Naos Pro Automatik$755

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Luminova Punkte

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Jewels
21
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$755
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