Breitling Avenger Automatic GMTvsSeiko Captain Willard

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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 GMT at true scale

Avenger Automatic GMT

Seiko Captain Willard at true scale

Captain Willard

Diameter

43mm

42.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.6mm

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

13.2mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

42h

70h

highest

MSRP

$4,800

$1,300

lowest

Movement

Breitling 32

Seiko 6R35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
42.7mm
Thickness
12.28mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
underside
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
0
24
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,800
$1,300
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Reviews

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Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT for its attractive aesthetics, with specific mentions of the white dial's contrast and the overall subtle yet beautiful look. The watch is considered wearable and comfortable, with some owners finding it suitable for wrists around 6.75 inches and appreciating its slim profile. The GMT function is a key draw for many, and the timer bezel is seen by some as more useful than a 24-hour one. Accuracy is reported around +2 seconds per day by one owner. However, the 42-hour power reserve is a point of contention for some, who consider it low. The 24-hour scale on the dial is described as small and potentially difficult to read, and the 45mm case size is noted as potentially too large for many wrists. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic GMT highly for its aesthetic appeal and GMT functionality, despite some reservations about its power reserve and dial legibility.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Captain Willard is praised for its supremely wearable 42.7mm case, icy white textured dial, and bright LumiBrite lume, with reviewers noting impressive finishing and value over $1,000. Some models feature a unique azurage textured navy blue bezel insert, while others have a matte grey or unidirectional bezel with cream accents. The Seiko Captain Willard houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance, though one reviewer questions if its performance specs match its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Captain Willard highly for its comfortable slim profile and excellent LumiBrite lume at its price point.

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