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Sternglas Naos Pro GMT AutomatikvsNodus Sector II GMT

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Naos Pro GMT Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro GMT Automatik
MSRP $863
Sector II GMT
NodusSector II GMT
MSRP $525

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Pro GMT Automatik38mm
Sector II GMT38mm
Power Reserve
Naos Pro GMT Automatik42h
Sector II GMT41h
Water Resistance
Naos Pro GMT Automatik50m
Sector II GMT100m
MSRP
Naos Pro GMT Automatik$863
Sector II GMT$525

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
Luminova Punkte
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
TMI NH34 (GMT)
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$863
$525

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik

Owners report the Sternglas Naos can feel underwhelming with a cheap feel and hands resembling office printer output, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and looks like a toy, though others appreciate its understated design. Reviewers highlight the Argo Automatic variant as a compelling sub-€400 mechanical watch with a colorful dial and practical date wheel, suitable for new collectors, featuring a 38mm case and a Miyota 8215 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Sternglas Naos offers a mixed ownership experience, with its value proposition and entry-level appeal being its strongest points for some.

From video reviewers

The Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik features a clean Bauhaus design that sets it apart from other GMT watches. A notable weakness is the watch's bezel action, which is not as smooth as some reviewers would have liked. Reviewers disagree on the watch's case size, with one reviewer stating it's slightly larger than the original Naos Automatic, while another reviewer doesn't mention this aspect at all.

Nodus Sector II GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Nodus Sector II GMT for its versatile, refined design and surprisingly good finishing for its compelling price point. The watch features a regulated Seiko NH34 movement, running at +5 seconds per day according to one review, a sapphire crystal with AR coating, and 100 meters of water resistance. Some owners wish for lume on the GMT hand and prefer a bi-directional GMT bezel over the 120-click dive timing bezel, while others find the NH34 movement overpriced for the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II GMT highly for its refined design and impressive finishing at its price point.

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