Armand Nicolet MH2 ChronographvsBreitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph at true scale

MH2 Chronograph

Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 at true scale

Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43

Diameter

43mm

43mm

Thickness

13mm

lowest

14.0mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

44h

70h

highest

MSRP

n/a

$9,300

Movement

Sellita SW500

Breitling B01

Case

4 specs
Thickness
13mm
13.97mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
23mm
Finish
n/a
Stainless steel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW500
Breitling B01
Power Reserve
44h
70h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$9,300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph for its extreme build quality and accuracy, with one owner noting a textured off-white dial and high-polish stainless steel case. The movement is described as reliable, strong, and smooth, and some owners consider it a favorite, reaching for it more often than more recognized luxury brands. One owner reported their chronograph gaining two minutes per hour, while another lost a pusher. The bezel is easier to rotate from the front than the side. Overall, owners rate the Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph highly for its build quality and accuracy.

Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43

Owners widely appreciate the Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43's readable dial with high contrast, and its cleaner aesthetic due to the lack of a tachymeter. The in-house B01 movement is noted for its smooth column-wheel chronograph operation. Some owners find the watch fits well and offers a refined look, with the bidirectional bezel useful for tracking a second timezone. One owner secured the Mosquito Edition for $6,350 after a discount, with others suggesting a target discount of 20-25% and a price range of $5,600-$6,200. However, one owner wished for applied indices at its price point, considering the value not exceptional compared to other luxury brands. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Aviator 8 B01 Chronograph 43 highly for its legible dial and smooth chronograph operation.