Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century ModernvsVario Futurist
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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.

Mid-Century Modern

Futurist
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
lowest
48mm
Thickness
10.2mm
10mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
45h
n/a
MSRP
$1,995
$648
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9039
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern's gorgeous dial with art deco detail and its versatility as a strap monster. The watch is generally considered well-made and accurate, with one owner reporting -2 seconds per day and another noting it keeps good time. The 38mm case size is a point of contention, with some finding it too small, and a few owners view the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement as a drawback, with one noting the crown is difficult to wind. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern highly for its attractive dial and strap versatility.
The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.
The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.
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