Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsErebus Watches ORIGIN 40

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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.

Breitling Avenger Automatic at true scale

Avenger Automatic

Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40 at true scale

ORIGIN 40

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

12.2mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$4,900

$499

lowest

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.15mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$499
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Reviews

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Breitling Avenger Automatic

Owners widely report the Breitling Avenger Automatic's robust build and clean dial offer excellent legibility, with some finding it surprisingly wearable on smaller wrists and comfortable for daily wear. Reviewers note its streamlined, contemporary update to the collection, featuring a brushed middle case and stepped lug bevels. Owners report accuracy ranging from +1/+2 seconds per day to about -6 seconds per day, and some express reservations about the 42-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic highly for its bold, bombproof design and versatile aesthetic.

Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40 for its tooly brushed finish, excellent legibility with subtle red accents, and a business-like appearance. The 40mm case is noted for wearing smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the design is preferred by some for its refined hands and dial texture. The watch is available for £330/$299 and is reportedly made by San Martin, contributing to its exceptional build quality for the price. One owner questions the long-term appeal of the 13-24 date complication. There are concerns regarding Erebus's warranty service, with one reviewer presenting evidence of defective bracelet pins not being covered. Some dislike the branding, and one owner finds the design dreadfully boring. Overall, owners rate the Erebus Watches ORIGIN 40 highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.

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