Bremont S500vsTAG Heuer Formula 1 Date

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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 S500 at true scale

S500

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date at true scale

Formula 1 Date

Diameter

43mm

41mm

Water Resistance

500m

highest

200m

MSRP

$4,395

$1,850

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-92AE

Quartz

Case

3 specs
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Finish
n/a
RUBBER
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Orange
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-92AE
n/a
Type
Mechanical
Quartz
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,395
$1,850
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Reviews

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

Bremont S500

The Bremont S500 is praised for its excellent Super-LumiNova lume, refined finishing on its 43mm Trip-Tick case, and scratch-resistant B-EBE2000® treated case. Owners find the soft rubber strap comfortable and appreciate the retro design and sunburst dial, with some noting the 43mm case wears smaller due to short lugs. However, some reviewers flag legibility issues due to the dark dial and hands, and the 16mm to 16.5mm thickness is considered less practical for daily wear by some. Criticisms also include the lack of a dive suit extension on the bracelet and understated bezel markings. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont S500 for its robust build and comfortable wearability, though its practicality for daily wear and legibility are points of contention.

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date

Owners widely consider the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date a good value quartz watch, durable, low-maintenance, and accurate, suitable as a grab-and-go beater. Some owners find the price point for a quartz TAG Heuer to be too high, while others appreciate its racing history and affordability within the brand. One owner notes the alarm function lacks AM/PM distinction and can be unreliable if set too close to the current time. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Date highly for its durability and value as a quartz daily wearer.