Which is cheaper, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) or the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE?

At MSRP the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE is the cheaper of the two at $2,150, against $3,545 for the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) — a $1,395 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) or the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE?

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) wears larger at 40mm versus 38.5mm for the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) or the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE?

The Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE is rated to 30m versus 15m for the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black).

What movement does the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) run compared to the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) uses the La Joux-Perret G100 and the Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE uses the L615.3.

Side by side

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsLongines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

brunswick-40-filton-raven-black

MSRP $3,545

Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE

L4.795.4.58.0

MSRP $2,150

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm

FLAGSHIP HERITAGE38.5mm

Power Reserve

Brunswick 40 (Black)40h

FLAGSHIP HERITAGE—

Water Resistance

Brunswick 40 (Black)15m

FLAGSHIP HERITAGE30m

MSRP

Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545

FLAGSHIP HERITAGE$2,150

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Diameter

40mm

38.5mm

Thickness

11.9mm

10.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

47mm

Lug Width

20mm

19mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Finish

Brushed and polished

—

Water Resistance

15m

30m

Caseback

Solid

—

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Black

Anthracite

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G100

L615.3

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,545

$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

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Longines FLAGSHIP HERITAGE

The Longines Flagship Heritage is widely praised for its impeccable finishing, timeless vintage-inspired design, and exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its elegant cream dial with gilt markers, dauphine hands, and applied logo, as well as its comfortable 38.5mm case size. Owners appreciate its refined aesthetic, suitable for dressed occasions and as a first watch, and some note the special design on the case back. However, its 42-hour power reserve and 12.4mm thickness are flagged as drawbacks, with one owner suspecting an issue with the self-winding mechanism. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Flagship Heritage highly for its elegant vintage design and exceptional value at its price point.

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