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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
15m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,545
$428

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What people say

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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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