Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel)vsMaen Manhattan 三七

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel) at true scale

Brunswick 38 (Steel)

Maen Manhattan 三七 at true scale

Manhattan 三七

Diameter

38mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

n/a

Thickness

20mm

9.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$3,122

$951

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret D100

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
20mm
9.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Charcoal
MHV.01

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret D100
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,122
$951
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel) for its elegant design, featuring hand-polished or glass bead-blasted dials with art-deco or Arabic numerals and rose gold accents, all housed within a versatile 38mm case. The case finishing is consistently noted as well-executed, with a mix of brushing and polishing. Some owners question the $4,400 price point and perceive a decrease in quality and component origin compared to earlier models, with one suggesting the bracelet adds an unjustified cost. One reviewer found the La Joux Perret D100 movement's finishing not the most refined but appropriate for the $3,650 price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel) highly for its striking dial designs and refined case finishing at its price point.

Maen Manhattan 三七

Owners widely praise the Maen Manhattan 三七 for its satisfying finishing quality and comfortable 37mm wearability, with one owner specifically highlighting the gemstone-like dial that changes appearance in different lighting. Reviewers note its appealing case profile and modest dimensions, though one editorial source flags an average accuracy deviation of +/- 12 seconds per day. The consensus is that owners rate the Maen Manhattan 三七 highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The ultra-thin profile at around 7.1mm is a key characteristic. Reviewers noted the unique dial design as a standout element.

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