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Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVDvsMaen Brooklyn 36

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What people say

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

Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD

Cincinnati Watch Company owners praise its legibility and slim case, with appreciation for the hand length and design. One owner notes the watch gains approximately 2 seconds per day. The acrylic crystal and stamped clasp are identified as lower-end materials, though customer service is highlighted as excellent. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company well for its vintage-inspired design and legibility.

Maen Brooklyn 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Brooklyn 36 for its attractive sunburst dials, particularly the green and tan combination, and its well-finished Jubilee bracelet that offers an expensive feel. The 36mm case size and 46mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting smaller wrists well, with one owner finding its 12.6mm thickness surprisingly compact. The triple calendar complication is appreciated at its price point, and some find its construction and finish superior to competitors. However, some owners express concerns about potential quality control issues, with one noting an askew 12 o'clock index. There are also mixed sentiments regarding the brand's newness and the longevity of its Miyota movement compared to established Swiss brands, alongside questions about its price point relative to other options. Overall, owners rate the Maen Brooklyn 36 highly for its attractive design and value, particularly its dial and bracelet finishing.

From video reviewers

The Maen M5.1.1 features a classy dial with a strong Rolex-inspired design. The watch's finishing and quality are on par with previous Maen watches. The Maen M5.1.1 has a relatively high price compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD36mm
Brooklyn 3636mm
Power Reserve
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD45h
Brooklyn 36
Water Resistance
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD30m
Brooklyn 3650m
MSRP
Guild Mechanical Watch Gold PVD$650
Brooklyn 36$639

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
0mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Dial Color
Multiple
M5.1.1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9122
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
0h
Jewels
18
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$639
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