A Bauhaus dial without the Bauhaus price
By Sam Okafor, London ยท
The Antea has been in Stowa's catalogue in one form or another since the 1930s, and it's the most direct competitor to the Junghans Max Bill. White dial, thin black numerals, slim hands, a drum case with wire lugs. Same family, different accent.
The difference is in the typeface. The Antea's numerals are a little more geometric and a little rounder, almost like Futura, where the Max Bill's are narrower. I think I prefer the Max Bill, but by a hair. 39 mm across, 9.5 mm thick, 18 mm lugs, sapphire rather than acrylic, which makes it a touch less charming and a lot more practical.
900 to 1,000 dollars, and Stowa sells it directly. If you've wanted a Max Bill but worry about scratching the dome, this is your watch.