Benrus Watches DTU ShieldvsBremont Terra Nova 40.5
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Measurements
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DTU Shield
Terra Nova 40.5
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
n/a
Thickness
10.7mm
lowest
11.1mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$1,595
lowest
$3,100
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Bremont ENG300
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Bremont Terra Nova 40.5 Bronze is noted for its CuAl7Si2 bronze alloy case, which develops a gradual patina and offers a warmer look than steel, paired with a gradient green dial and prominent Super-LumiNova numerals. One review preferred a screw-down crown and caseback for a rugged field watch, though the Bremont Terra Nova 40.5 features 100m water resistance. Overall, reviewers appreciate the distinctive bronze case and dial design of the Bremont Terra Nova 40.5.
The watch features a compass bezel and a power reserve indicator. Reviewers noted the watch's value within its price segment.
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