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Bremont ionBirdvsLum-Tec Eclipse

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Eclipse
Lum-TecEclipse
MSRP $695

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Eclipse42mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Eclipse40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Eclipse101m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Eclipse$695

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
101m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
E6

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$695

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial at its price point.

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