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Sternglas Naos XLvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Thickness
6.6mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
NE86
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$1,099

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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