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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsVario Futurist

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Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48mm
Water Resistance
15m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,545
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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