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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsBremont Waterman Apex

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

Bremont Waterman Apex

The Bremont Waterman Apex is widely praised for its colorful, retro-inspired design, featuring a wave-textured dial and striking blue and black color scheme. Owners and reviewers highlight its robust build, including a DLC-coated case barrel and ceramic bezel, and excellent low-light visibility from its distinct blue and green Super-LumiNova glows. The watch is a substantial 43mm with a 500m water resistance rating and GMT functionality. However, its 16.5mm thickness and 51mm lug-to-lug measurement mean it is not suited for smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont Waterman Apex highly for its impressive and colorful design, with the significant case dimensions being the primary consideration.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Waterman Apex43mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Waterman Apex
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Waterman Apex500m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$5,700
Waterman Apex$5,350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
12.56mm
16.5mm
Lug Width
0mm
16.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
500m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Apex II 43mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,700
$5,350
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