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Bremont MBIIvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Independence Skeleton 42mm
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm
MSRP $6,091

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm42mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm38h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Independence Skeleton 42mm100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Independence Skeleton 42mm$6,091

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Skeleton
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.75mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$6,091

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm is praised for its wearable 42mm case with downward-curving lugs, offering a comfortable fit. Reviewers highlight the COSC-certified Norqain 8K caliber movement for its smooth column-wheel chronograph actuation and a 62-hour power reserve. The skeletonized dial, designed to evoke a mountain landscape, is noted as a unique design element that may not appeal to all and could detract from its utility as a pure tool watch. Overall, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm offers a compelling value proposition due to its movement and comfortable wearability.

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