Breitling Avi Ref 765 1953 Re EditionvsBremont Dambuster
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Measurements
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Avi Ref 765 1953 Re Edition
Dambuster
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.1mm
lowest
14.9mm
Water Resistance
30m
n/a
Power Reserve
70h
n/a
MSRP
$9,450
$5,150
lowest
Movement
Breitling B09
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Breitling Avi Ref 765 1953 Re Edition is widely praised as a faithful and well-executed reinterpretation of the original, offering a handsome hand-wound charm. Owners note it possesses character and fits their vibe well, with reviewers highlighting the satisfyingly communicative manual-wind Breitling B09 movement. Some find the faux aged lume less appealing than true vintage patination, and the pushers are more prominent than the 1953 model's. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Avi Ref 765 1953 Re Edition highly for its faithful recreation and engaging manual-wind movement.
Owners widely report Bremont watches are well-built with good finishing, and the Bremont Dambuster is considered a phenomenal daily watch by some, comfortable enough to be a daily wearer. Some owners find the brand's pricing ambitious and suggest better value is found pre-owned. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Dambuster highly for its comfortable wearability and solid build quality.
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