Cincinnati Watch Company Total EclipsevsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Total Eclipse's impressive finishing, with flaws only visible under magnification. One owner notes the watch gets attention. However, one owner finds the crown too small and difficult to wind, considering the brand's prices too high for the value. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Total Eclipse highly for its impressive finishing at the price point, despite some concerns about the winding crown.

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial with applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco styling, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 manual-wind movement visible through the exhibition case back. The included OEM strap is noted as surprisingly good and exceptionally soft, contributing to the watch's comfortable 38mm wearability. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is noted as a drawback. Overall, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its unique dial artistry and attractive price point.