Bremont S502vsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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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 S502 at true scale

S502

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic at true scale

Challenger Automatic

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.5mm

Thickness

16.5mm

lowest

19mm

Water Resistance

500m

highest

200m

MSRP

$5,100

$289

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-93-2AE

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
16.5mm
19mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.5mm
Lug Width
16.5mm
22mm
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-93-2AE
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,100
$289
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Reviews

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

Bremont S502

Owners widely praise the Bremont S502 Jet for its attractive full-stealth black DLC treatment and 'black & tan' aesthetic, noting the burnt orange GMT hand enhances legibility against the beige lume. The watch is described as a handsome and cool tool watch suitable for hard wear, with a DLC-coated stainless steel case and ceramic bezel. Some owners prefer the NATO strap for its aesthetic integration with the PVD metalwork, while others favor the original black rubber strap for comfort and fit. The Bremont S502 is powered by the Bremont BE-93-2AE automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont S502 highly for its stealthy design and functional tool-watch appeal.

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

Owners praise the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic's comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and satisfying bezel action. Reviewers note the fun, playful design featuring Popeye as the hour and minute hands. One owner flags the blue lume as weaker than green, and another finds the thick rubber strap difficult to manage. The ultra-domed sapphire crystal is cited as making photography challenging. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic for its playful design and solid build at its price point.

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