Fears Brunswick 38 (Steel)vsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

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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)

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) at true scale

Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

lowest

43mm

Thickness

20mm

10.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

MSRP

$3,122

$650

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret D100

Sellita SW210-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
20mm
10.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
Charcoal
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret D100
Sellita SW210-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,122
$650
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Reviews

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

The Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) is praised for its striking Art Deco design, inspired by the historic Union Terminal clock, with owners highlighting its hometown symbolism and unique chapter ring. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action and high accuracy. Owners find the 38mm case size and thin profile comfortable for dressier occasions. Some users, however, prefer automatic movements and find the design too elaborate for daily wear. The watch's value is considered excellent, particularly at its price point. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) highly for its iconic design and accurate timekeeping at an accessible price.

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