Fears Garrick (White)vsManufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II

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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 Garrick (White) at true scale

Garrick (White)

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II at true scale

Ultramatic II

Diameter

42mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

50mm

Thickness

10mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

n/a

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$22,225

$1,599

lowest

Movement

Manual

Manufaktur Waldhoff HZ 3415

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
10mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Royal Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Manufaktur Waldhoff HZ 3415
Power Reserve
0h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$22,225
$1,599
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Reviews

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

Fears Garrick (White)

Fears Garrick (White) is praised for its elegant design, attention to detail in its art-deco numerals, and the textural complexity of its polished and brushed 42mm case. Reviewers note the exposed free-sprung balance wheel and applied numerals on the Old English White dial. The manual-wind Garrick UT-G04 movement is visible through the caseback with hand-finished detailing and is regulated to +5 seconds per day. One reviewer would prefer a screw-down crown for added peace of mind, despite the 100-meter water resistance. Overall, reviewers rate the Fears Garrick (White) highly for its elegant design and intricate movement finishing.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II

Owners widely praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II for its appearance, with one owner stating it "screams quality" and is the cheapest tourbillon they have seen. However, concerns exist regarding the Chinese movement and bracelet fit. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting a deviation of 5-10 seconds per day, resulting in a loss of about a minute every 3-5 days. Some owners criticize the high price given the movement, and one owner expressed a desire for a second hand on the green dial model. On balance, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Ultramatic II highly for its striking appearance and value as an affordable tourbillon, despite reservations about the movement and accuracy.