Benrus Watches TYPE 2 MIL SpecvsVertex M60 AquaLion D


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Measurements
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TYPE 2 MIL Spec

M60 AquaLion D
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
14.4mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
365m
600m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
42h
MSRP
$1,795
lowest
$3,243
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Sellita SW300-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Benrus TYPE 2 MIL SPEC is widely praised for its robust build and faithful vintage military design, featuring a legible matte black dial with Arabic numerals and a 24-hour scale, housed in a 39.5mm sandblasted stainless steel case. Owners describe it as exceptionally durable and a capable tool watch with comfortable wearability. The watch utilizes an ETA 2892 automatic movement and offers 365 meters of water resistance. Some reviewers note that the lume is not exceptionally bright and the strap hardware's finish may clash with the sandblasted case, while one owner found the $1495 price high. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus TYPE 2 MIL SPEC highly for its authentic milspec aesthetic and durable construction.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Vertex M60 AquaLion D for its exceptional Super-LumiNova X1 lume, robust 600m water resistance, and solid bezel action. The watch is noted for its impressive build quality and comes with thoughtful extras like multiple strap options and a protective case. One owner found the 39mm case slightly too big for their personal preference, while reviewers generally found the 14mm thickness wearable. The Vertex M60 AquaLion D is powered by a chronometer-certified Sellita SW300-1 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vertex M60 AquaLion D highly for its combat-ready reliability and exceptional lume at its price point.
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