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Farr + Swit SeaplanevsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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Farr + Swit Seaplane

Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Seaplane for its exceptional lume, durable construction, and comfortable red rubber strap. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the textured dial, legible hands with red accents, and the ETA 2824-2 movement as strong points for the price. Some owners note a dislike for the deployment clasp on one of the included straps. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Seaplane highly for its blend of classic dive and aviator design elements and impressive lume at its price point.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seaplane42mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
Seaplane38h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
Seaplane100m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
Seaplane$845
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Gradient Gray to Black
Multiple
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$650
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