Bremont MBIIIvsRedwood Watches Pilot A-13

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bremont MBIII at true scale

MBIII

Redwood Watches Pilot A-13 at true scale

Pilot A-13

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Thickness

14.5mm

10.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$5,450

$219

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-36AE

Seiko VH31

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
14.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
14.5mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Armoured II
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-36AE
Seiko VH31
Type
Mechanical
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$219
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bremont MBIII

The Bremont MBIII is widely praised for its excellent dial visibility and unique Martin-Baker ejection seat origin story, adding significant appeal. Owners appreciate its versatility as a pilot's watch and its solid construction, with some noting its reassuring heft. The watch features a soft iron Faraday cage for magnetic field protection and impressive shock resistance. However, the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" dial text is considered divisive by some reviewers, and the GMT complication is not a "true" GMT as only the 24-hour hand is independently adjustable. One reviewer noted a 38-hour power reserve as an area for potential future improvement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont MBIII highly for its distinctive design and robust build, bolstered by its compelling backstory.

Redwood Watches Pilot A-13

Owners widely praise the Redwood Watches Pilot A-13 for its tight, back-play-free bezel action and clean design. The 42mm case is noted as suitable for smaller wrists, and the watch is considered impressive value at $179, featuring a sapphire crystal and screw-down crown with 100m water resistance. Some owners are adjusting to the quartz movement, and one notes the lume mellows over time. Overall, owners rate the Redwood Watches Pilot A-13 highly for its robust build and excellent value proposition.

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