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Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal MechanicalvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Union Terminal Mechanical
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Union Terminal Mechanical$650
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
0mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
0mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Both sides
Dial Color
Multiple
Anthracite
Indices
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210
L844.4
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
0h
72h
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
$650
$3,550

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

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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