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Sternglas Naos AutomatikvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Naos Automatik
SternglasNaos Automatik
MSRP $463
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Automatik38mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Naos Automatik42h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Naos Automatik50m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Naos Automatik$463
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
SII NH34
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$463
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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