Benrus Watches TYPE 2 UJvsBremont Supermarine 300M


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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.

TYPE 2 UJ

Supermarine 300M
Diameter
41.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.9mm
n/a
Thickness
13.7mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$1,995
lowest
$3,550
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Bremont BE-92AE
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Bremont Supermarine 300M is praised for its comfortable 40mm case, which some owners find wears well even on smaller wrists due to its lug design, outperforming some 40mm watches. One forum contributor notes the 40mm case is relatively compact for a 300m diver and is priced at $1375. A reviewer found the 40mm case comfortable. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont Supermarine 300M's wearable 40mm case size and comfortable wearability.
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