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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsRolex Yacht-Master

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Superocean Automatic
BreitlingSuperocean Automatic
MSRP $25,400
Yacht-Master
RolexYacht-Master
MSRP $16,050
What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic's wearability, with the 42mm case considered comfortable even on smaller wrists, and its bracelet is noted as superior to alternatives. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the attractive dial colors, such as the praised green and sunburst blue, and the satisfying click of the ceramic bezel. Some owners find the polished center links too flashy, opting to brush them, and the watch's power reserve of 38-42 hours is considered normal by some, while others find it disappointing for a luxury timepiece. Accuracy reports vary, with one owner noting theirs runs about +6 seconds per day, while another reported a different model running nearly a minute fast per day, which other users suggested was abnormal. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial options, despite some finding its power reserve short.

Rolex Yacht-Master

Owners widely praise the Rolex Yacht-Master for its refined aesthetics and luxury connotations, with some considering it more elegant and classy than the GMT. The rhodium dial with blue second hand is described as stunning, and the 37mm size is appreciated for its suitability for smaller wrists and as a great summer watch. Some owners find the model underrated and receive numerous compliments. Caveats include a perceived lack of heritage compared to the Submariner, scratch-prone polished finishes, and a higher price point. The dial can be difficult to read at a glance, and opinions are split on the 37mm size for a man's wrist. Some dislike the bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Yacht-Master highly for its refined aesthetics and comfortable wearability, despite its higher price and perceived lack of heritage.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Yacht-Master37mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Yacht-Master55h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Yacht-Master100m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$25,400
Yacht-Master$16,050

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
12.56mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18kt Pink Gold
RLX titanium
Finish
Stainless steel
Everose Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and Everose gold
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Index

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
2236
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
55h
Jewels
0
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,400
$16,050
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