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Bremont ionBirdvsFears Brunswick (Anthracite)

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Brunswick (Anthracite)
FearsBrunswick (Anthracite)
MSRP $26,670

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Brunswick (Anthracite)38mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Brunswick (Anthracite)40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Brunswick (Anthracite)30m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Brunswick (Anthracite)$26,670

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
12.12mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Platinum
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
LJP D100
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$26,670

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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 (Anthracite)

The Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) is praised for its anthracite dial with raised Arabic numerals and unique eye-dropper hands, which shift from anthracite to silver in different light. Its 38mm cushion case is noted for its contoured design that fits well on the wrist. One owner found the case back to be a letdown. The manually wound ETA 7001 movement offers a 38-40 hour power reserve without hacking seconds. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

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