Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 AutomaticvsDOXA SUB 200 II

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Measurements
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Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic

SUB 200 II
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.0mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
78h
n/a
MSRP
$8,050
$1,750
lowest
Movement
Breitling B31
Automatic
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely report the DOXA SUB 200 II wears smaller than its 44mm case size suggests due to its shape and lug length, and praise its new fumé dials. Reviewers note the collection's retro style, 200m water resistance, and the inclusion of beige Super-LumiNova. Some owners and reviewers criticize the watch for increasing in size and price, going against current downsizing trends, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve is flagged as less competitive than others. The Milanese bracelet is also mentioned as a potentially divisive feature, and the lack of on-the-fly clasp adjustment is noted. Overall, owners and reviewers find the DOXA SUB 200 II appealing for its retro design and unique fumé dials, despite concerns about its size and price increase.
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