Bremont Terra Nova 40.5vsNoctua Watch Corp. Vigil
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Measurements
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Terra Nova 40.5
Vigil
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Thickness
11.1mm
lowest
11.8mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
38h
MSRP
$3,100
$751
lowest
Movement
Bremont ENG300
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Bremont Terra Nova 40.5 Bronze is noted for its CuAl7Si2 bronze alloy case, which develops a gradual patina and offers a warmer look than steel, paired with a gradient green dial and prominent Super-LumiNova numerals. One review preferred a screw-down crown and caseback for a rugged field watch, though the Bremont Terra Nova 40.5 features 100m water resistance. Overall, reviewers appreciate the distinctive bronze case and dial design of the Bremont Terra Nova 40.5.
The watch features a compass bezel and a power reserve indicator. Reviewers noted the watch's value within its price segment.
Owners widely praise the Noctua Watch Corp. Vigil's dial design. One owner noted the watch showed promise and was loved once it opened up, despite a rough start. On balance, owners rate the Noctua Watch Corp. Vigil highly for its impressive dial design.
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