Which is cheaper, the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik or the RZE Resolute 36?

At MSRP the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik is the cheaper of the two at $463, against $689 for the RZE Resolute 36 — a $226 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik or the RZE Resolute 36?

The Sternglas Naos XL Automatik wears larger at 42mm versus 36mm for the RZE Resolute 36 — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik or the RZE Resolute 36?

The RZE Resolute 36 is rated to 200m versus 50m for the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik.

What movement does the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik run compared to the RZE Resolute 36?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik uses the Miyota 8215 and the RZE Resolute 36 uses the Miyota 9039.

Side by side

Sternglas Naos XL AutomatikvsRZE Resolute 36

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

Sternglas Naos XL Automatik

naos-xl-automatik-alabaster

MSRP $463

RZE Resolute 36

RZE-RES36

MSRP $689

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Naos XL Automatik42mm

Resolute 3636mm

Power Reserve

Naos XL Automatik—

Resolute 3640h

Water Resistance

Naos XL Automatik50m

Resolute 36200m

MSRP

Naos XL Automatik$463

Resolute 36$689

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Dial Color

—

Black

Lume

Luminova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8215

Miyota 9039

Power Reserve

—

40h

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$463

$689

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Sternglas Naos XL Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik as an amazing and best affordable automatic Bauhaus watch for its price. However, some owners find the 42mm case size too large, with one describing it as resembling a "flying saucer" on a 7.25-inch wrist, and another noting its unsuitability for a predominantly white dial. The Miyota movement is described as just okay. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL Automatik highly for its value proposition as an affordable Bauhaus automatic.

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RZE Resolute 36

Owners and reviewers widely praise the RZE Resolute 36 for its lightweight titanium construction, refined dial details, and comfortable 36mm wearability, noting its thin 9.5mm profile and UltraHex coating for durability. The dial design is described as legible with sharp hands and indices, though some find it walks a line between retro and modern. Accuracy figures vary, with one source reporting +4 seconds per day from its Miyota 9039 movement. One owner considered the RZE Resolute 36 expensive for its specs. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the RZE Resolute 36 highly for its comfortable titanium build and refined tool-watch design.

From video reviewers

The titanium construction and comfortable wear are noted strengths. The similarity to other popular designs is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on value.

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