Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40vsDuckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm

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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 Premier Automatic Day Date 40 at true scale

Premier Automatic Day Date 40

Duckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm at true scale

Verimatic 39mm

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.5mm

Thickness

11.4mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$5,950

$775

lowest

Movement

Breitling 45

Miyota 9039

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.41mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 45
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Day-Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,950
$775
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Reviews

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Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40

Owners praise the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 for its refined, timeless design and perceived value. The anthracite dial is noted as a specific attractive feature. Some owners expressed a desire for an in-house movement over the Breitling 45. On balance, owners view the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 as an underrated watch appreciated for its simple, elegant aesthetic.

Duckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm

Owners widely praise the Duckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm for its exceptional finishing, particularly the fume dials which are described as incredible and textured. The watch is noted for its unique rectangular shape, distinctive numerals, and a cushion case that wears larger than its dimensions suggest, making it suitable for larger wrists. It is considered a solid everyday watch that feels more expensive than its price, with one owner reporting it keeps better time than expected. The Duckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm is available around $700. Overall, owners rate the Duckworth Prestex Verimatic 39mm highly for its striking dial designs and impressive finishing at its price point.

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