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Bremont MBIIvsTudor Black Bay

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

MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
MT5602
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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