Bremont S302vsCWC E9 Automatic Diver

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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 S302 at true scale

S302

CWC E9 Automatic Diver at true scale

E9 Automatic Diver

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$3,900

$1,391

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-92AE

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch (SF300-E9 AS120)
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-92AE
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,900
$1,391
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Reviews

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

Bremont S302

The Bremont S302 is widely praised for its balanced 40mm proportions and legible matte dial, featuring attractive tan accents. Reviewers note its satisfying bezel action and comfortable lug design, with one owner highlighting its scratch-resistant case as a true tool watch feature. However, some find the GMT bezel's integration a compromise and note potential alignment issues with the GMT hand and bezel that may require service. The watch is priced at £3,700 / over $4,000, with some considering its ETA movement high for the cost compared to competitors. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont S302 for its handsome, functional dive GMT design and wearability, despite some reservations about its GMT functionality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Bremont S302 features 300m water resistance and a GMT complication. Reviewers noted potential quality control and design issues, along with bracelet problems.

CWC E9 Automatic Diver

Owners widely praise the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch for its military-spec toughness and satisfyingly easy-to-wind crown, with one owner calling it a perfect reissue. The watch is noted for its legibility and significant wrist presence, enhanced by its unique "Jolly Roger" dial design. Some critics find the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch overpriced for its mineral crystal and 60-click bezel, and its luminous paint is noted as low glow. Overall, owners rate the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch highly for its military heritage and durability as a beater watch.