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Vaer SwissvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Swiss
VaerSwiss
MSRP $1,099
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
Swiss40h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9.4mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Swiss
Multiple
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Sellita SW210
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$650

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What people say

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Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

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.

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