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Fears Brunswick (Anthracite)vsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Brunswick (Anthracite)
FearsBrunswick (Anthracite)
MSRP $26,670
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Brunswick (Anthracite)38mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Brunswick (Anthracite)40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Brunswick (Anthracite)30m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Brunswick (Anthracite)$26,670
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
30.5mm
Thickness
12.12mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Material
Platinum
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
LJP D100
V115
Type
Manual
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$26,670
$375

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What people say

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Fears Brunswick (Anthracite)

The Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) is praised for its anthracite dial with raised Arabic numerals and unique eye-dropper hands, which shift from anthracite to silver in different light. Its 38mm cushion case is noted for its contoured design that fits well on the wrist. One owner found the case back to be a letdown. The manually wound ETA 7001 movement offers a 38-40 hour power reserve without hacking seconds. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Fears Brunswick (Anthracite) for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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