Bremont Supermarine 500MvsFarr + Swit Seaplane

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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 Supermarine 500M at true scale

Supermarine 500M

Farr + Swit Seaplane at true scale

Seaplane

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50.5mm

Thickness

13mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$4,700

$845

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-92AE

ETA 2824-2

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Gradient Gray to Black
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-92AE
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,700
$845
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Reviews

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Bremont Supermarine 500M

Owners widely praise the Bremont Supermarine 500M's stunning design, luxurious appearance, and excellent lume. Reviewers note its updated, legible dial and scratch-resistant hardened steel case with anti-reflective coating. Some owners find the 43mm case substantial, and one reviewer questions the long-term water resistance of its three-piece case construction. Criticisms include a second hand that can be hard to see in low light and bezel markings that could be more prominent, with one owner noting the lack of a dive suit extension on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont Supermarine 500M highly for its rugged refinement and competitive pricing against more expensive brands.

Farr + Swit Seaplane

Owners widely praise the Farr + Swit Seaplane for its exceptional lume, durable construction, and legible design, highlighting its split-finish dial and comfortable red rubber strap. The ETA 2824-2 movement is noted as a strong point for its price, and the watch is appreciated for its immediate availability. One owner dislikes the deployment clasp on one of the included rubber straps. Overall, owners rate the Farr + Swit Seaplane highly for its robust build and excellent lume at the price point.

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