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Sternglas Naos XLvsPhoibos Apollo

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Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
6.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$460

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What people say

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Sternglas Naos XL

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL for its versatile Bauhaus design, domed sapphire crystal, and value, with some finding its larger size comfortable and refined for its price. However, opinions are split on its aesthetic appeal, with one owner finding the hands and face underwhelming, while others appreciate the minimalistic dial. The date font is noted as too small to be useful by one owner, and the stock strap is generally considered basic or prone to wear. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a Miyota movement running fast and another noting +13 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL highly for its Bauhaus aesthetics and affordability, despite some reservations about the movement and strap.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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