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Sternglas Naos XLvsBoldr Venture Velo

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Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237
Venture Velo
BoldrVenture Velo
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Naos XL42mm
Venture Velo41mm
Power Reserve
Naos XL
Venture Velo40h
Water Resistance
Naos XL50m
Venture Velo200m
MSRP
Naos XL$237
Venture Velo$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Tool
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
6.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$399

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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.

Boldr Venture Velo

Owners widely praise the Boldr Venture Velo for its utilitarian design, matte titanium finish, drilled lugs, and bright lume, noting its comfortable wearability and legible dial. Some owners, however, find the case design too angular and the dial too flat, with a preference for applied markers and smoother crown threads. The Boldr Venture Velo is considered well-built for its price, featuring a 38mm titanium case and 200m water resistance, although some note the basic movement and absence of a date complication. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture Velo highly for its durable, functional design and value at its price point.

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