Breitling Premier Automatic 40vsSeagull Small Second Sub Dial Dress 41mm

The Breitling Premier Automatic 40 is widely regarded as an underrated timepiece, praised for its attractive anthracite dial and vintage styling. Owners consider it a favorite, appreciating its elegant presentation within a 40mm steel case. The Breitling Premier Automatic 40 is priced from $4,000 on a strap. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Premier Automatic 40 highly for its attractive dial and elegant vintage styling.

Owners widely praise the ST2134 movement's automatic winding efficiency and hand-winding capability. One owner reports a power reserve of 45.4 hours and daily rates of +7.0 and +7.2 seconds, while another notes the movement runs 15-20 seconds fast per week. The watch is considered by some to look more expensive than its price tag suggests, with one owner noting the 6 o'clock sub-dial functions as a 30-second counter. However, the 41mm case size is frequently described as too large and thick for a dress watch, with some finding the dial design awkward and less impressive in person than in photos. Quality control for the serviceable movement is also flagged as a potential concern. Overall, owners are divided on the Seagull Small Second Sub Dial Dress Watch 41mm, with its value proposition tempered by significant concerns regarding its wearability as a dress watch due to its size.