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Pinion Pure SteelvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650
What people say

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Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pure Steel38mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
Pure Steel45h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
Pure Steel100m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
Pure Steel$1,715
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Multiple
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW261-1
Sellita SW210
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
45h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,715
$650
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