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Bremont MBIIIvsKobold SMG-2

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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.

Kobold SMG-2

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At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBIII43mm
SMG-243.5mm
Power Reserve
MBIII
SMG-2
Water Resistance
MBIII100m
SMG-2200m
MSRP
MBIII$5,450
SMG-2$6,450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
43mm
43.5mm
Thickness
14.5mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Armoured II

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
ETA 2893

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$6,450
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