Bamford of London Carbon B347vsStowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited

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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.

Bamford of London Carbon B347 at true scale

Carbon B347

Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited at true scale

Chrono ABT 24h Limited

Diameter

41.5mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

14.5mm

lowest

16mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

62h

n/a

MSRP

$2,847

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW510

ETA/Unitas 6498

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
44mm
Thickness
14.5mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Material
Carbon
Edelstahl

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
ETA/Unitas 6498
Power Reserve
62h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,847
n/a
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Reviews

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

Bamford of London Carbon B347

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bamford of London Carbon B347 for its striking forged carbon case, which is noted for its unique surface texture and visual appeal, especially in sunlight. The watch is commended for its retro-style chronograph aesthetics, well-balanced dial, and the use of a dependable Sellita SW510 automatic movement. The 41.5mm case size, 14.5mm thickness, and 100m water resistance are considered reasonable for a chronograph, and the monopusher complication is highlighted as a technically uncommon and attractive feature. One owner notes the finishing is spectacular, with the forged carbon case looking even better in person. Source 6 discusses a different model, the Bamford London GMT Forged Carbon, noting its comfortable wear and legible design, but also a minor critique of slightly oversized markers on its GMT bezel.

Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited

Owners praise the off-white dial and applied numerals/logo, with some appreciating the vintage touches like old radium lume on the Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited. The watch features a DLC-coated, bead-blasted 44mm case and a matte black dial with red chronograph accents. While some find the thickness excessive, one owner finds it manageable. The Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited is a limited edition of 50 pieces. Overall, owners rate the Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited highly for its unique pilot chronograph design and aesthetic.

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