Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsSheffield 1A SCR II Blue

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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

Sheffield 1A SCR II Blue at true scale

1A SCR II Blue

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

12.2mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$4,900

$278

lowest

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$278
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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.

Sheffield 1A SCR II Blue

Owners widely praise the Sheffield 1A SCR II Blue for its excellent finishing and vibrant blue dial, with one owner highlighting the fantastic lume and domed crystal as standout features. The watch is considered a great value, offering quality comparable to higher-priced alternatives. One owner notes the bezel action could be crisper. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield 1A SCR II Blue highly for its impressive finishing and dial quality at an affordable price.