Bremont ArgyllevsManufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic

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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.

Bremont Argylle at true scale

Argylle

Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic at true scale

Multimatic

Diameter

43mm

42.5mm

Thickness

14.5mm

14mm

lowest

MSRP

$3,850

$675

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Miyota 9100

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14.5mm
14mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
U-2 JET
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 9100
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$675
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Reviews

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

Bremont Argylle

The Bremont U-2 JET is praised for its exceptional accuracy, running between +0 and +1 seconds per day. It features a black DLC-treated steel case with a knurled aluminum mid-section and a smoked sapphire display caseback. The dial incorporates hash marks and Arabic numerals with tinted lume, complemented by heat-blued steel hands. The inner timing ring is bi-directional and operated by a crown at 4:00, which is described as satisfying to use but awkward on the wrist. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Bremont U-2 JET's precise timekeeping and distinctive case construction.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic

Owners find the Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic beautiful and comfortable, appreciating its complications like the power reserve indicator. It is noted as a microbrand option with day, date, and power reserve complications, offering better quality control than some other microbrands. However, concerns exist regarding the brand owner's track record. One owner found the case very large, while another reported water ingress issues from handwashing that damaged their watch. Overall, owners rate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Multimatic positively for its styling and complications, despite some concerns about the brand and isolated quality control issues.