Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 AutomaticvsOmega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm

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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 B31 Automatic at true scale

Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm at true scale

Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm

Diameter

42mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

52.8mm

Thickness

12.0mm

lowest

17.2mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

78h

highest

60h

MSRP

$8,050

lowest

$27,300

Movement

Breitling B31

Omega 9900

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.03mm
17.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52.8mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Red Gold
18kt Sedna Gold
Finish
Stainless steel
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Breitling B31
Omega 9900
Power Reserve
78h
60h
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,050
$27,300
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Reviews

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

Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic's excellent finishing and attractive sunburst dials, with some calling it the nicest Breitling they have seen. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, with a mesh bracelet that hugs the wrist and a case that feels paradoxically heavy yet disappears after a few seconds. The B31 automatic movement offers a 78-hour power reserve and COSC certification. However, the design is divisive, with some disliking its aesthetic and short hands, and the use of a Sellita SW200 movement at its price point is a criticism for some. The white date display at 6 o'clock is also noted as potentially divisive. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic for its refined finishing and comfortable wearability, with the updated movement and bracelet being key highlights.

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm

Owners widely report the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm offers adequate wrist presence and can handle an active lifestyle, with one owner cherishing it as a daily watch. Some reviewers and owners find the 44mm case size could be more proportional and comfortable, with a preference expressed for a 40-42mm option, and one owner noted the bracelet felt "chunky." The helium escape valve is considered an esoteric feature for most users. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44mm highly for its durability and suitability as an everyday watch, despite some reservations about its size.