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Fears Brunswick 40 (Black)vsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
15m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
L844.4
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,545
$3,550

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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.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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