Benrus Watches TYPE 2 UJvsOmega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

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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 2 UJ at true scale

TYPE 2 UJ

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm at true scale

Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

Diameter

41.5mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.9mm

lowest

49.9mm

Thickness

13.7mm

13.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

55h

highest

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$16,600

Movement

ETA 2892-A2

Omega 8800

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
42mm
Thickness
13.7mm
13.56mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.85mm
49.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel, Bronze PVD
Bronze Gold
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
BG W9 Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Omega 8800
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
55h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$16,600
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Reviews

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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.

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm for its impressive detail, versatile design that bridges toolish and elegant, and satisfying bezel action. Reviewers highlight its wearability, with the 42mm case and 13.7mm thickness considered just right, and note the white ceramic dial with red accents pops. Owners also commend its case finishing and legible dial with bold indices, with one owner considering it a timepiece that can be passed down. The Omega 8800 movement is recognized for its precision and magnetic resistance, offering a 55-hour power reserve. Some owners find the black dial lacks shine indoors and wish for brighter hour markers, while one reviewer notes the ceramic case is prone to shattering and the exhibition case back has sharp edges. The mesh bracelet's clasp is criticized by one reviewer for being bulky, and another points out thickness around the clasp as a drawback.

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