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Sternglas Naos Pro GMT AutomatikvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Naos Pro GMT Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro GMT Automatik
MSRP $863
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos Pro GMT Automatik38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Naos Pro GMT Automatik42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Naos Pro GMT Automatik50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Naos Pro GMT Automatik$863
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Luminova Punkte
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$863
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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