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Bremont MBIIIvsCWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

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MBIII
BremontMBIII
MSRP $5,450
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.

CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners and reviewers widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to the original, noting the dial markings and bezel alignment. The polished steel case is a point of discussion, with some finding it incongruous for a military tool watch and others appreciating its utilitarian capabilities. The "faux patina" lume is described as too gold and glossy by one reviewer, while another finds the "QUARTZ" text and new logo "vulgar" compared to classic designs. On balance, owners and reviewers value the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its historical accuracy and tool watch aesthetic, despite some reservations about modern design choices and price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBIII43mm
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
Power Reserve
MBIII40h
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
Water Resistance
MBIII100m
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
MSRP
MBIII$5,450
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$1,142

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Armoured II

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Ronda 517
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
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