Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite HippovsGarrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear, with one owner noting its suitability as a versatile everyday or business-casual watch. The tan canvas strap is seen as evoking a safari feel, and the watch is described as a strap monster. One owner, however, found the crown too small and difficult to wind, and felt the price was too high for the value. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo highly for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear.

The Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds is praised for its handcrafted dial and movement, featuring an in-house Calibre DB-G06 manual-wind movement with a deadbeat seconds complication. Reviewers note the movement is regulated to within +3 seconds per day. The 42mm stainless steel case is 10mm thick and offers 100m water resistance. A significant drawback is the long lead time, with one source stating at least a year and another specifying 16 months, and the watch is limited to 10 produced annually. On balance, reviewers highlight the bespoke nature and in-house craftsmanship as key strengths of the Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds, despite the considerable wait time.