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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
15m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
9S85
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,545
$6,200

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What people say

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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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