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Bremont Supermarine 300MvsRolex Explorer

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Explorer
RolexExplorer
MSRP $7,900
What people say

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Bremont Supermarine 300M

The Bremont Supermarine 300M is praised for its comfortable 40mm and 42mm case sizes, with owners noting the 42mm wears well on smaller wrists due to its lug design. One owner highlights the 13mm thinness of the 40mm case, considered compact for a 300m diver. The watch is priced at $1375. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont Supermarine 300M for its wearability and compact dimensions, especially for a dive watch.

Rolex Explorer

Owners widely praise the Rolex Explorer for its understated design, versatility, and comfortable wearability, with many considering it an ideal daily timepiece and a perfect first Rolex. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its clean, minimalist aesthetic and excellent legibility, with one owner noting it maintains accuracy at +1 second per day. Some find the 36mm size perfect for current trends, while others appreciate its functional, pure timepiece status and comfortable bracelet. The Rolex Explorer is also noted for being difficult to acquire at retail, often with year-long wait times. On balance, owners rate the Rolex Explorer highly for its blend of understated style, comfort, and practicality, making it a highly sought-after daily watch.

From video reviewers

The screw-down crown delivers a satisfying, secure feel, and the two-tone gold and steel construction offers a refined aesthetic distinct from the traditional steel Explorer. Quality control inconsistencies and the omission of the Glidelock clasp detract from the overall execution at this price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Supermarine 300M40mm
Explorer36mm
Power Reserve
Supermarine 300M40h
Explorer70h
Water Resistance
Supermarine 300M300m
Explorer100m
MSRP
Supermarine 300M$3,550
Explorer$7,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
904L Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Black
Indices
Applied
Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-92AE
3230
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,550
$7,900
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