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Bremont The Meta KronosvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$428

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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