Bremont Supermarine ChronovsFilippo Loreti Watches Ascari

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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 Chrono at true scale

Supermarine Chrono

Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari at true scale

Ascari

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Thickness

15.9mm

11.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

100m

MSRP

$6,850

$295

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-50AE

Seiko VK64

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
15.87mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-50AE
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,850
$295
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Reviews

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

Bremont Supermarine Chrono

Owners widely praise the Bremont Supermarine Chrono for its COSC-certified automatic movement running at an impressive +0.5 seconds per day and its hardened case with amazing finishing. The 43mm case is considered large, but its dial pattern and understated bezel markings allow it to transition effectively from rugged use to evening events, offering excellent legibility. The chronograph pushers are described as larger than average but well-balanced with the crown. One owner reported better timekeeping after a warranty service, highlighting positive customer service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont Supermarine Chrono highly for its excellent timekeeping and impressive case finishing at its price point.

Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari

Owners widely praise the Filippo Loreti Ascari for its attractive design, with one owner calling it beautiful and amazing to wear. However, the community is divided on its value, with some considering it overpriced for a quartz watch and others seeing it as a good entry point into collecting. One owner reported all three of their Filippo Loreti watches stopped working within a year, and customer service was unhelpful, while another user alleged the brand sells low-quality Chinese watches as Italian. Overall, owners rate the Filippo Loreti Ascari highly for its visual appeal, though its perceived value and long-term reliability remain points of contention.