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Bremont MBIIvsNorqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
NorqainIndependence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
MSRP $9,323

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple42mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple62h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple$9,323

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.8mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre
Power Reserve
40h
62h
Complications
None
Chronograph, Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$9,323

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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 Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple

The Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple is praised for its comfortable titanium case and rubber strap, COSC-certified movement with a 62-hour power reserve, and flyback chronograph functionality. Reviewers note the skeletonized dial's artistic, nature-inspired design and bold purple luminous details. However, the dial's asymmetry and the watch's bold color and personality may limit its appeal as a daily wear for some, and criticism exists regarding the use of a third-party movement. On balance, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple a fun, comfortable, and legible watch with a modern aesthetic.

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