Cincinnati Watch Company Rico the PorcupinevsGarrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Rico the Porcupine for its excellent accuracy, with figures ranging from -2 seconds per day to highly accurate, and its great power reserve and lume. The fit and finish are considered on par with or superior to competitors, and the retro designs, particularly the grainy black dial with X1 C3 luminova, are a strong point. Some owners find the manual wind crown too small and difficult to operate, and the 38mm case size is considered too small by some, leading to a split opinion on its wearability. On balance, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Rico the Porcupine highly for its retro design and excellent build quality at its price point.

The Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds is praised for its handcrafted dial and movement, featuring an in-house Calibre DB-G06 manual-wind movement with a deadbeat seconds complication. Reviewers note the movement is regulated to within +3 seconds per day. The 42mm stainless steel case is 10mm thick and offers 100m water resistance. A significant drawback is the long lead time, with one source stating at least a year and another specifying 16 months, and the watch is limited to 10 produced annually. On balance, reviewers highlight the bespoke nature and in-house craftsmanship as key strengths of the Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds, despite the considerable wait time.