Junghans Max Bill vs. Sternglas Naos | Can you Bauhaus on a Budget?

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Junghans Max Bill vs. Sternglas Naos | Can you Bauhaus on a Budget?

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The Junghans Max Bill has been a staple of my collection for years because of it's iconic design and timeless charm. I first noticed Sternglas on kickstarter and thought the Naos was a striking modern Bauhaus interpretation. So here I put the two side by side.
Obviously price no object, the Max Bill takes the cake every time. However at 1/2 to 1/3 the price, the question is: Does the Naos capture that Bauhaus magic?
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@DutchBulldog 4 жыл бұрын

Informative: ✅ To the point: ✅ Great cinematography: ✅ You aced this video! Keep up the great work! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Btw, for me personally, the Junghans Max Bill is the overall winner (since it’s the original Bauhaus watch). But kudos to Sternglas for making a well-done modern interpretation at an affordable price. 👍🏼

@Imthecoach1 6 ай бұрын

To the point?

@MonolithMike 9 ай бұрын

One of the best watch reviews I’ve ever seen. Maybe THE best, and I’ve seen thousands. The Bauhaus style watch is such a worthy subject for your talents. Awesome work, Max. Liked and subscribed.

@tobiasr4462 Жыл бұрын

The Sternglas Naos is my office beater since around 4-5 years. It is really a nice classic watch and fits perfectly to business or dress styles. The quality is good and the leather is very nice and soft. After probably over 500 days of wearing it, it has not a single visible scratch on the glas and only minor scratches on the body. Love it!

@_tor 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a beautifully done presentation. I've watched this video over and over, as much as its informative it's deeply relaxing and peaceful. I hope your style is emulated by other filmmakers.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, that's the best compliment I've gotten all week. Appreciate you!

@balamuruganVG 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy that i found this video. Wonderful narration. I have instantly become your fan. Keep up the good work !!

@LJ-wo1wf 4 жыл бұрын

Greatly appreciate the explanation of the motivations behind Bauhaus. I've recently gained a new appreciation of the design philosophy and enjoyed seeing it illustrated here.

@denizyavas7123 4 жыл бұрын

I haven’t watched many videos about watches yet, but this one definitely has to be one of the best ones I watched. The mix of history, design, production and cinematography is just overwhelming for a “video about a watch”. Keep up the great work!

@VincentAnthonyConti Жыл бұрын

My interest in Sternglas brought me to this video several months ago, and after several repeat viewings since, I've decided to instead save and purchase a Junghans Max Bill. The Naos certainly opened the door for the Bauhaus segment (which your video introduces and summarizes brilliantly) but once you've seen true refinement, it's hard to choose otherwise.

@iulian2548 Жыл бұрын

I've seen the Max Bill Auto with no numerals and no date. It is hard to consider another version now, especially the ones with date.

@abdulazizz9354 4 жыл бұрын

i just bought the Sternglas Naos 2 days ago, and i'll buy the Junghans because you can't say no to Bauhaus. a beautiful video and valuable info, really loved it, thank you so much!

@felixhora8535 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man for the video! I own a Max Bill too, and was looking at Sternglas the other day. I think it's a nice watch and it obviously is inspired by Junghans. In comparison with Junkers, Sternglas did not try to copy but rather went further and "modernised" the Bauhaus watch. However, I won't ever switch from my Max Bill to Sternglas or even to a super cool Nomos. Thanks again for your video! Well done, and looking forward to more content!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think Nomos did some extension from Bauhaus, but sternglas is more of a homage. Though their latest offerings are looking more interesting.

@TheDonCucaracho 3 жыл бұрын

The Junghans is beautiful and has a lot of heritage, but that Sternglas is 👌👌👌 I have the quarz naos and feels so well made, it's a joy to wear it

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Great watch for the price! Enjoy it 😁

@garyabrahams7609 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the detail of this video. The comparison is detailed and unbiased. As far as the two brands are concerned, I can appreciate the more affordable Sternglas. It is a proper entry into the watch world for beginners. I am however thinking it could be dubbed as a homage piece to watches like Junghans and Nomos. The Junghans is beautiful and near flawless with the its build quality and deep rich Bauhaus history. The only flaw in my opion on the Junghans is that the earlier models have the plexi-glass cover. I know the later models have saphire crystal offering. So my verdict would be to save and purchase the more detailed refined Junghans

@uhuhuhuhuhuh91 Жыл бұрын

Love the channel bro. Clean video, straight to the point, no nonsense.

@davidjtory Жыл бұрын

Max, today, I just purchased a Sternglas Bronze Edition 38mm in pvd bronze with a matt green dial...only 999 limited edition. I am lucky in that I managed to find it in Germany (sold out on Sternglas website)! This particular Bauhaus watch was difficult to find! Luckily I live in Italy:) I think I am going to love it!

@mkwok47 4 жыл бұрын

I knew about Junghans but didn't know about this newer Sternglas -- glad I found this video. Great video with relevant and concise history lesson, looking forward to more of your videos!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Michael, thanks for your thoughtful comment! More deep dives into art and history coming up.

@iannucciemilio2 3 жыл бұрын

This video actually inspired me to go out and purchase a max bill. Thank you for the lush and informative storytelling.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear Emilio, you are getting some history on your wrist!

@Concionator 2 ай бұрын

2:50 Fantastically synchronized!

@MrArchitecture972 4 жыл бұрын

wow, amazing review ! great to finally watch a review with some design inspiration and history. Quality video! keep it up! one of the greatest reviews on KZfaq for me. I wonder if today's max bill designed the watch on a quartz base movement with the spirit of Bauhaus ha?!

@YomommaY 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done video with a lot of interesting information. And it’s presented in a calm manner. Keep up the good work.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thoughtful comment!

@alanl2550 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative and highly enjoyable video into the Bauhaus school of design.I have just purchased a Junghans Max Bill watch due in part to your presentation of the watch. I have been tangentially aware of Junghans for years but never fully investigated it until recently. I agree with you that it does reveal its charm to one slowly. Once it does it blossoms into a full blown love affair. At least in my case. Thanks again for your quality videos.

@hiralpatel3863 4 жыл бұрын

Quality video and quite historic. Loved the content. Haven’t watch something about watch in this detail. Great job

@DynastyFBN Жыл бұрын

such a nicely made documentary. this is not just a review of watches, this a celebration of bauhaus. thanks.

@bjoernaltmann 2 жыл бұрын

There is also a hand wound version of the Junghans. It’s bit smaller, but nice as a dress watch. Caliber ETA 2801-2 is inside. It’s around £600 at the moment. Prices seem to have gone up. Quite nice with a black dial. -While they did design sans serif typefaces at the Bauhaus, this one is reminiscent of a draughtsman’s writing on a technical drawing. The rounded stroke terminals are typical for the type of nib they used. Sans serif fonts as such appeared around 1806 and were the work of signpainters. These letters were later adopted by type designers and subsequently used in wood type printing on posters. They came in handy for that new thing called advertising.

@morrissey07 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Max. Really appreciate your channel. Thank you for making a video highlighting the Junghans Max Bill. I have at as a mechanical watch and it's truly beautiful. A real work horse.

@tom282f38800 3 жыл бұрын

The day window is set to 3 to reflect it's position on the dial on the Junghans -- Really clever!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Keen eye 😉

@DKBoerner 9 ай бұрын

Very nice show. I love it, especially because I'll have a Naos Yellow for Christmas. ;)

@julienarrijs 2 ай бұрын

That was excellent! I would love these watch with a spring drive. That'd be so relaxing :)

@ronschwolsky1626 2 ай бұрын

Wow…excellent video Max! Thanks for the history lesson. I’ve got a Tissot swissmatic that I picked up in Paris and I haven’t worn it in years as I got into much better quality automatic watches. Saw this vid and spent 20 minutes looking for that watch (found it), as I loved the simplicity of the design. I’d classify it under the Bauhaus design philosophy. Something I’d never heard of until two days ago. 🙄. Lastly, glad that sculpture park isn’t in So Cali as it unfortunately would be covered with graffiti. Cheers from LA.

@valtebrunorcoelho 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice video. Good historical context, good audio and content. Keep up the good work.

@partybees8856 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Subscribed! For me, I would throw a third contender in this comparison, the Junghans Max Bill Quartz. At somewhere between $250-$500, you get much of the charm of the Max Bill (acrylic crystal, classic max bill dial, and case shape) with an even thinner case under 10mm. The Sternglas Naos definitely nails the bauhaus design, but it lacks what I appreciate the most from the Max Bill which is the beautiful acrylic domed crystal and the thin case. Love the comparison, thanks for sharing.

@stephenwolf8806 3 жыл бұрын

Good video Max. Nice presentation, pleasant speaking voice. I appreciated and enjoyed the history of the Bauhaus movement / school. I already own a Junghans Max Bill, however, I see the value in the Sternglas.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen! Yes, it's such a classic for a very reasonable price, I personally don't see the need to go budget further

@RetroPlus 6 ай бұрын

This watch feels a lot like something a doctor would wear

@OOEBones 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the deep dive into the design background. Great history and well spoken. Nicely done. Definitely will sub. Love to see you go through these types of backgrounds on other watches.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Jon! And welcome to the channel 👍

@carlitoxb110 3 жыл бұрын

Junghans chronoscope one of the most beautiful watches ever made in my opinion

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree, it's a bit thick, but beautiful design 😍

@pb6839 4 жыл бұрын

I’m german and didn’t know all that about Bauhaus. Well done! Also live in Seattle now 👍

@akerue3824 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the history lesson - I learnt something new :) You're my new favourite watch channel. So glad I stumbled on it! But now I want a Max Bill, so yeah, there's that...

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! Really can't beat the Max Bill in terms of historical value for the money. Good luck on your search 😊

@alexthomson7465 3 жыл бұрын

What an interesting, informative and intelligent video! So pleased I found your channel. I'm looking forward to seeing plenty more of your quality videos.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex, really appreciate your feedback👍

@carlkim2577 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. I order the new blue dial naos with the ronda quartz. It's thinner case seems more fitting for the Bauhaus movement. And it's much cheaper ;-)

@the_9ent 4 жыл бұрын

Bauhaus is life ❤️

@paulb9453 2 жыл бұрын

Yet another masterclass in watches. I’m not a fan of the aesthetics of either watch here, but I feel compelled to learn, thanks.

@AaronMcNany 3 жыл бұрын

Wow great video man...great way of giving this Bauhaus history while also reviewing two watches. Subscribed.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@silversurfer493 Жыл бұрын

A really great video ! My admiration for this comprehensive and well done presentation !

@AnthonySmith-sc4zs 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. It was informative and intriguing. I’m currently on the hunt for a decent bauhaus on a budget. While the sternglas is on my radar, that Junghans MaxBill has my full attention at the moment. I subbed and am looking forward to your future videos.

@timelessmoments 9 ай бұрын

i actually used to know the importer of junghans to the US market, he was a really nice guy and extremely knowledgeable. he sorta got me into watches

@archangelz558 3 жыл бұрын

damn i wouldnt have guessed you only had like 6k followers, im saying this cause the video is done to really good standard, its showing that you did your homework and took your time.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that! We are just getting started ;)

@SridharHari 4 жыл бұрын

Great narrative and story telling. Unlike other watch reviews!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The Bauhaus story is a relevant one even today

@DutchBulldog 4 жыл бұрын

On Chrono24 there are several dealers selling this watch with sapphire glass (for €900-€1000). Apparently Junghans offers a sapphire glass variant of this watch. It’s just that the plexiglass one is the one that’s shipped to retailers. The sapphire glass one needs to be custom-ordered from the Junghans factory.

@DutchBulldog 4 жыл бұрын

Retro watch yeah, I agree with you. Also, replacing the acrylic by a watchmaker costs only €40. So, I will do it (if I need to in the future).

@doughuras5407 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful narration. Great review.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug 😁

@wogau22hel 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! It was all I need to finally decide to buy the Max Bill.

@WonderofWatches 3 жыл бұрын

This is an absolutely brilliant video, absolutely fantastic work

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Really appreciate the feedback

@cdtroyer1 Жыл бұрын

Great video.

@PiotrekSz 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I’ve found your channel, great video! With all respect to good work made by Sternglas, once you have Max Bill on wrist, you know what is real Bauhaus.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Channel Piotr! Completely agree, I think you can guess which watch is still in my collection ;)

@EricOnYouTube 3 жыл бұрын

I love love love that Junghans. I almost got enough money saved to buy one.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

It's one of those watches that never gets old. Still stare at mine every time I put it on! Good luck with your search Eric.

@luckye2198 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done and well articulated!

@mrvaportrailz 3 ай бұрын

great video! Thanks for creating this

@kristiangustafson4130 3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video. Thanks.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Kristian 👍

@marktrett1652 4 жыл бұрын

Very good production. Love Bauhaus. Subscribed

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt! And welcome to the channel

@raytsh 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Looking forward to the Max Bill Mega Solar release next month.

@skzion2 2 жыл бұрын

This is about the only watch that I would consider in quartz-solar. The modern tech is very appropriate.

@williamhodgson6250 3 жыл бұрын

A thoroughly enjoyable well crafted video.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks William, appreciate the feedback👍

@RobertTeal-ww8kb 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for video - hope you can keep up the standard.

@yanksrock1000 3 жыл бұрын

Truly a great video, cheers.

@Tizianv 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos, really enjoy them! Thank you for sharing

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome my man, thanks for watching! 👍

@srolchi 3 жыл бұрын

really good content.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome choice friend!

@bluegum7267 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from down under ! 🐨🐨. New subscriber here 😊. Thank you for such a polished presentation! I now have a better understanding of those watches. 😍

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Channel Mate! Thanks for your comment, appreciate ya

@bluegum7267 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks !

@dougthompson9219 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying your thoughtful commentary. You, sir, are a talented writer & raconteur. Keep it up! Cheers ✨⏱✨

@robertotorres6391 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much love you channel keep up the good work great great great story you even have the boys to the documentaries keep up the good work🙏🙏🙏🙏👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@EmdrGreg 3 жыл бұрын

I really love the look of the Junghans. I'm going to buy one within the next couple of months.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

You won't be disappointed Greg!

@EmdrGreg 3 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial Thanks. It's one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. I've just inherited some money and I'm going to treat myself.

@chrismoller01 Ай бұрын

nice work max!

@CravenTheDarkLord 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, the audio track really blends well! I think mido borencelli is also a good competitor in this mix

@rohitslb7455 2 жыл бұрын

Well Said liked it. Thanks for the History...makes a whole lot of sense.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Rohit 👍

@phillipsugwas Ай бұрын

Look at Wittgensteins house in Vienna. Breathtaking

@archetypalmemes9874 3 жыл бұрын

Great watches with a great coat! Would you reveal where that beautiful coat is from, you wear in the video?

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

I think that's a H&M I had tailored for a better fit

@Johhnyheuvel 4 жыл бұрын

Extremely informative. Thank you!

@seriouja 4 жыл бұрын

Great music choice! Love both of those watches

@simmysharma6845 2 жыл бұрын

beautifully made video. Love both 👍

@funkymonk3487 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I have always been a bit put off the Max Bill by the Plexiglass - however it seems this year Junghans have finally caved and given us sapphire. Going to save up for one!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Good on Junghans for continuing to evolve the line. However, the plexiglass stopped really bothering me after wearing it a couple years. I like the warmth and how light it is

@pierluigiloffreda2465 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. You are able to fully explain the history behind the watch. But I prefere the junghans obviously 😉

@lukewalker1051 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review. Thank you.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luke!

@DrDanex 3 жыл бұрын

Really great content feels like im watching a documentary instead of a youtube video.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan! I put a lot of work into that one, appreciate the encouragement 👍

@inourider8174 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid, subbed. I'm looking to buy a blue dial watch and Sternglas Naos Blue was going to be it. Then I saw the Lilienthal L1 all blue-is it any good? I am a watch collector that doesn't spend over $500 on a watch. Thank you very much.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome to the channel. I believe the Lilienthal is a quartz? I hate changing batteries so I prefer mechanical

@geraldgillum193 4 жыл бұрын

i just finished architecture and you did a good job.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Oh congrats! I have a friend that works for Frank Geary, architecture is so cool!

@geraldgillum193 4 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial wow frank gehry is a worldstar in architecture. i had a test in history of arch II where was an question about gehry haha

@WatchCrunchOfficial 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my friends is a bit of a star himself. I'm sure you have a long fulfilling career ahead of you, congrats!

@geraldgillum193 4 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial yea thank you, i just got accepted a job as the assistant of the professor in university. it is great fun

@geraldgillum193 4 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial an i am saving for the junghans max bill chronoscope limited edition 2019, because this was the only max bill that had a daydate function and a white dial.

@arncht6507 2 жыл бұрын

Have a look to Sternglass Asthet

@junjietoo1892 4 жыл бұрын

this is a great video with great narration

@bpengu 4 жыл бұрын

If you like Bauhaus design, you might have a look at Braun, too - they used to make anything from record players to electric toothbrushes and, yes, even watches, which are still available nowadays. In many aspects, Braun design is the legitimate heir of Bauhaus design and it's Braun where Apple copied their design.

@rishig9422 4 жыл бұрын

This was such an interesting video, great job. I'm actually looking for a great dress watch cause I just started a new job and the Max Bill is on top of that list, the Polerouter is another option I was considering. What's your take on this? I think 38mm or 34mm both work fine so it's not a size issue either.

@raitlabotkin3820 5 ай бұрын

Only Junghans! Junghans forever!

@davidlashmanov4386 2 жыл бұрын

Daaaan, lovely watch pick.

@nebula3089 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. What a beautiful video. Phenomenal.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@deathwatch962 3 жыл бұрын

By chance, what is that peacoat you're wearing? I really like it!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

It's a generic one, but I had it tailored. Fit is a lot more important than brand 👍

@KhazarAlizade 8 ай бұрын

Top. Thank you.

@m.e.p.r Жыл бұрын

Bauhaus translates to "house of building"

@Cerenji 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you purchase the Max Bill from? I'm looking for that exact one but I'm not sure what website to purchase from

@Smufter69 4 жыл бұрын

I bought the Max Bill Quartz a month ago, and after watching your video went on to purchase the Naos too. Both superb watches. The Max Bill has lost one second in the month I've had it. How accurate is that? And I've put a blue strap on the Naos which perfectly matches the hands. Looks absolutely stunning. Great vid.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff, you got yourself a Bauhaus duo. The Naos seems to have evolved a bit since the kick starter version. Nice to see they are refining it over time!

@Smufter69 3 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial as beautiful as the Max Bill is, I'm tending to wear the Naos more often. The dark blue hands really stand out, just a glance is all that's needed to confirm the time. I prefer the Junghans face though.......decisions, decisions. Both definite keepers though. Love 'em.

@meirharel4258 3 жыл бұрын

Great review Max.

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Meir 😁

@1am1der 3 жыл бұрын

Would be great to compare with stowa and nomos also👍

@WatchCrunchOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I have a nomos video in the works!

@morganthedruid1 4 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video

@dragan7638 8 ай бұрын

Hey Max how many channels do you have??

@HighArchingCrests 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video. I'm obsessed with the Junghans' design and I'm trying to figure out if it's the right time to buy. It's such a beautiful, understated watch. (I'll enter! #strapme)

@HighArchingCrests 4 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial thanks so much! I'll send you a message.

@HighArchingCrests 4 жыл бұрын

@@WatchCrunchOfficial hey, what's your insta? Edit: Nvm, found you! Message sent!

@noelbattere1548 2 жыл бұрын

Mmm, the Sternglas clearly looks like a cheaper watch. Maybe a NOMOS would be better for a comparison. In that case, I would still prefer the Max Bill model: it is the essence of the Bauhaus in a watch. Eine tolle Uhr. Thanks for the video!

@WatchCrunchOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Noel! Great minds think alike, Nomos video coming this weekend!