Bremont Supermarine 500MvsSecond Hour Shoal Deep

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.

The Second Hour Shoal Deep — Second Hour is praised for its value, dynamic orange dial, and beads of rice bracelet. Owners note subtle color differences between the hardened steel and case, and suggest the bracelet would be more cohesive with endlinks matching the case texture. One owner dislikes the dial and caseback design, preferring a no-date movement and questioning the utility of a 12-hour bezel on a dive watch, finding it lacks a minute/seconds track. Overall, owners rate the Second Hour Shoal Deep — Second Hour highly for its value and bracelet design.