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Sternglas Naos XLvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
6.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$328

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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.

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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