Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsZenith Defy Extreme Diver

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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

Zenith Defy Extreme Diver at true scale

Defy Extreme Diver

Diameter

42mm

42.5mm

Thickness

12.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

600m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

60h

highest

MSRP

$4,900

lowest

$12,300

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

n/a

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.15mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed titanium
Water Resistance
300m
600m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
n/a
Type
Automatic
n/a
Beat Rate
0 vph
36,000 vph
Power Reserve
38h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$12,300
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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.

Zenith Defy Extreme Diver

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zenith Defy Extreme Diver for its comfortable wearability, with the 42.5mm titanium case and flared bracelet contributing to a light feel despite its size. The silver dial is noted for its clean aesthetic and legibility, enhanced by oversized markers and an orange chapter ring, while the dive bezel action is described as satisfyingly clicky and precise. Some sources mention the dial's enlarged star pattern as an acquired taste, and one reviewer flagged potential practical concerns for diving use due to the thickness and bezel size. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zenith Defy Extreme Diver highly for its comfortable wearability and technical execution at its price point.