Sternglas Berlin – Evolving a Hidden Champion

The Berlin was first introduced in December 2022, and over time it quietly became one of the most appreciated models in the Sternglas collection. As a designer, I often revisit existing products and ask: how can we make this even better?

With this relaunch, my goal was to preserve the essence of what made the Berlin special in the first place, a compact 38 mm case, clean typography and that vintage-modern balance inspired by mid-century aesthetics, while improving it in the details. I made subtle refinements to the case geometry, adjusted the hand lengths for better proportion and readability, and ensured that the day and date displays are now color-matched to the dial for a more cohesive overall look.

These may seem like small things, but I believe design evolves through iteration and sensitivity to detail. With the two new colorways Metro Silver and Piano Black, we wanted to offer timeless, more classic interpretations that highlight the character of the Berlin in a refined, understated way.

On the caseback, we kept the engraving of the Berlin station in Hamburg, a nod to the historic 1846 rail connection between the two cities. It’s a quiet tribute to movement, connection, and progress. Values that continue to shape our design thinking today.