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Seiko 5 Sports SNXS seriesvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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5 Sports SNXS series
Seiko5 Sports SNXS series
MSRP $415
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650
What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series for its attractive sunburst dials, vintage aesthetic, and excellent value, with many highlighting its comfortable wearability. Reviewers and owners consistently flag the stock bracelet as a significant weakness, often described as jangly, hair-pulling, and difficult to adjust, with a flimsy clasp. The Hardlex crystal is noted as being prone to scratching, and the caseback is described as thick, contributing to a bulky appearance. Accuracy with the movement is reported to be variable, ranging from +/- 1-2 seconds per day to +/- 20 seconds or more, and the movement itself lacks hacking and hand-winding. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series highly for its stunning dials and value, despite significant criticisms of its bracelet and movement limitations.

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

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SNXS series37.4mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SNXS series41h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
5 Sports SNXS series100m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
5 Sports SNXS series$415
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
37.4mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Multiple
Indices
Applied
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
4R36
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$650
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