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Bremont ionBirdvsFears Brunswick 40 (Black)

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
15m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$3,545

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

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