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Bremont MBIIIvsCitizen ATTESA

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What people say

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Bremont MBIII

The Bremont MBIII is praised for its versatile pilot's watch design, excellent dial visibility, and shock-resistant chronometer movement housed in a 43mm Trip-Tick case with a Faraday cage. Owners appreciate its unique origin story tied to Martin-Baker ejection seats and the brand's distinctive design language, with some noting the orange barrel accent. The watch features a 24-hour scale, 100m water resistance, and an improved Roto Click bezel. However, the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" dial text is considered divisive, and its ETA 2892 GMT movement is not a "true" GMT as only the 24-hour hand is independently adjustable. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Bremont MBIII for its robust build and unique aviation-inspired narrative.

Citizen ATTESA

Owners widely praise Citizen ATTESA for its lightweight Super Titanium construction, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, particularly its Eco-Drive solar power and radio-controlled or GPS time synchronization. Reviewers and owners frequently highlight the legibility of its dials and the convenience of its feature set, including perpetual calendars and easy timezone adjustments, making it a practical "grab and go" or travel watch. Some models are noted for their slim profiles and business-casual aesthetics, while others are appreciated for their high-tech capabilities. Criticisms include a lack of micro-adjustment on some clasps, rough finishing on the hour and minute hands of one model, and a complex operation for advanced GPS functions. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its advanced technology and comfortable, lightweight titanium build at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The Satellite Wave GPS Solar movement provides highly accurate timekeeping. The Super Titanium case and bracelet are noted for their durability and lightweight feel.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBIII43mm
ATTESA43.2mm
Power Reserve
MBIII
ATTESA
Water Resistance
MBIII100m
ATTESA100m
MSRP
MBIII$5,450
ATTESA$1,995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Diameter
43mm
43.2mm
Thickness
14.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Super Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Armoured II
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-36AE
Citizen F950
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$1,995
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