Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1vsBenrus Watches TYPE 2 UJ

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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 TYPE 1 M1 at true scale

TYPE 1 M1

Benrus Watches TYPE 2 UJ at true scale

TYPE 2 UJ

Diameter

41.5mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.9mm

49.9mm

Thickness

13.7mm

13.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

42h

MSRP

$1,995

$1,995

Movement

ETA 2892-A2

ETA 2892-A2

Case

1 specs
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel, Bronze PVD

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BG W9 Super-LumiNova
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Reviews

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

Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1

Owners praise the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 for its ultra-rugged, simplistic military design and historical connection, with one owner highlighting its utilitarian aesthetic and CIA/Navy SEALs use. The watch features a champagne dial, polished and brushed case, and ceramic bezel insert. Some owners find the 41.5mm case size too large for smaller wrists, though it balances well on a shark mesh band. The bezel can be slippery, and one owner criticizes the use of the ETA 2681 movement, preferring a 2824 or SW200. The reissue price point of $1700 is considered high by one author. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Benrus Watches TYPE 1 M1 for its distinctive military design and historical significance, despite some reservations about its movement and price.

Benrus Watches TYPE 2 UJ

Owners praise the Benrus TYPE 2 UJ for its faithful vintage design and sterile dial, with some noting its tough, functional build and comfortable wearability despite its weight. Reviewers highlight the legible 12/24-hour dial and functional friction bezel. Some owners report accuracy around +2 seconds per day. The 41.5mm case, described as pebble-like, wears smaller for some, though others find it heavy. Drawbacks noted include a busy dial and adequate, though not exceptionally bright, lume. One owner questioned the value against competitors, citing the mineral crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus TYPE 2 UJ highly for its authentic vintage military aesthetic and robust construction.