Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsRaven Custom 42mm GMT

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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

Raven Custom 42mm GMT at true scale

Custom 42mm GMT

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

12.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$4,900

$620

lowest

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

Seiko NH34

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12.15mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$620
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Reviews

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

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.

Raven Custom 42mm GMT

Owners widely praise the Raven Custom 42mm GMT for its versatile aesthetic, noting it pairs well with darker straps and offers an added field watch vibe. One owner, however, reported it as the heaviest watch in their collection, and concerns were raised about the durability of the DLC and Cerekote finishes. The 40mm variant is noted to wear smaller than its dimensions suggest due to lug angle, fitting well for those preferring 40-42mm watches. On balance, owners value the Raven Custom 42mm GMT for its adaptable styling, though finish durability is a point of caution.

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