Bremont SupernovavsZelos Vitesse

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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 Supernova at true scale

Supernova

Zelos Vitesse at true scale

Vitesse

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Thickness

14.4mm

12.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$8,250

$1,499

lowest

Movement

Automatic

La Joux-Perret L100

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12.2mm
Lug Width
14.4mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Chronograph Bracelet
Gulf

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
La Joux-Perret L100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,250
$1,499
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Reviews

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

Bremont Supernova

The Bremont Supernova is praised for its well-balanced proportions and comfortable wear, with a premium feel that aligns with its price point. Owners appreciate the white dial's depth and the integrated bracelet design. However, some find the design derivative and the £8,000 price tag optimistic, with criticisms of the double-digit date window and crown guard design. One owner notes the chronograph seconds hand's gold tone does not complement other elements. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bremont Supernova highly for its comfortable wear and premium feel at its price point, despite some design criticisms.

Zelos Vitesse

Owners widely praise the Zelos Vitesse for its vintage motorsport design and striking dial options, with particular appreciation for the salmon and panda configurations and their finishing. The bracelet, clasp, and overall value at $1200 are frequently highlighted as strong points. Some owners note the watch sits high on the wrist, and a few have observed minor cosmetic imperfections on subdials. The La Joux Perret L100 movement's accuracy varies, with one report of +5 seconds per day, and several owners find the winding action stiff and noisy, the pushers sticky, and the screw-down crown's feel underwhelming. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Vitesse highly for its captivating dial and strong value proposition, despite some reservations about the chronograph's operational feel and case height.