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Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical SteelvsBoldr The Boys

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Guild Mechanical Steel
Cincinnati Watch CompanyGuild Mechanical Steel
MSRP $650
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299
What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Steel

The Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Steel is praised for its sharp, vintage-inspired dial with ornate Breguet numerals and textured center, and its comfortable, solid-link bracelet. Owners widely report good legibility and a classy design. Some find its 10mm thickness too much for a dressy manual wind watch, and the acrylic crystal and quartz movement are noted as compromises for the price, with one owner stating they would not pay more than $150 for a watch with these features. On balance, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Guild Mechanical Steel highly for its beautiful dial and vintage design at a budget price point.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Guild Mechanical Steel36mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Guild Mechanical Steel45h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Guild Mechanical Steel30m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Guild Mechanical Steel$650
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Multiple
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210
Seiko NH35A
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
18
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$299
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