Breitling Superocean Heritage Automatic 36vsFortis Marinemaster M-40

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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 Superocean Heritage Automatic 36 at true scale

Superocean Heritage Automatic 36

Fortis Marinemaster M-40 at true scale

Marinemaster M-40

Diameter

36mm

40mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$5,500

$3,520

lowest

Movement

Breitling 10

Sellita SW220-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
10.42mm
13mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Orange

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling 10
Sellita SW220-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,500
$3,520
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Breitling Superocean Heritage Automatic 36

The Breitling Superocean Heritage Automatic 36 is praised for its refined, thinner case and ergonomic proportions, with sharply downturned lugs for a comfortable fit. Owners widely appreciate the midsize appeal and vintage-inspired design, noting the watch is a quality piece that garners compliments. Some owners find it paradoxically heavy yet comfortable, with the mesh bracelet providing a pleasant feel. Accuracy is generally good, with one owner reporting it typically runs within 2 seconds per day. However, reviewers note that limited color options and a white ceramic bezel with low-contrast markings hinder versatility and legibility. The watch uses the Breitling Calibre 10 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Superocean Heritage Automatic 36 highly for its comfortable wearability and refined vintage-inspired design.

Fortis Marinemaster M-40

Owners widely praise the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its impressive lume. The watch comes with a bracelet and three rubber straps, including a deployant buckle. On balance, owners rate the Fortis Marinemaster M-40 highly for its aesthetic appeal and comprehensive strap package.

From video reviewers

The watch's Swiss Made construction and robust design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the bracelet as a potential point of contention.

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