Benrus Watches DTU ShieldvsBremont Terra Nova 38

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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.

Benrus Watches DTU Shield at true scale

DTU Shield

Bremont Terra Nova 38 at true scale

Terra Nova 38

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.9mm

n/a

Thickness

10.7mm

10.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$1,595

lowest

$3,050

Movement

ETA 2892-A2

Bremont ENG300

Case

2 specs
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
White
Lume
Old Radium Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Bremont ENG300
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$3,050
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Reviews

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

Benrus Watches DTU Shield

Owners widely praise the Benrus DTU Shield for its attractive design and authentic vintage military homage, with one owner noting it received multiple compliments. The 38mm case size is considered by some to be ideal, offering a comfortable and accurate representation of classic field watches. One owner reported overwinding the watch, leading to a need for servicing. The Benrus DTU Shield is priced at CHF 892. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Benrus DTU Shield to be a well-executed and appealing field watch, particularly appreciated for its vintage-inspired aesthetics and comfortable wearability.

Bremont Terra Nova 38

The Bremont Terra Nova 38 is recognized for its geometric cushion case featuring a mix of finishes and a crisp, legible dial with luminous numerals and a gold seconds hand. Owners and reviewers note its quick-release bracelet and vintage-inspired dial. However, some find the movement uninspired for the price, and one reviewer would have preferred a screw-down crown and caseback for a field watch. The bracelet lacks micro-adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont Terra Nova 38's distinctive case design and dial elements, despite some reservations about the movement and bracelet functionality.

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