Bremont Waterman ApexvsCooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch

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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 Waterman Apex at true scale

Waterman Apex

Cooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch at true scale

MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch

Diameter

43mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

16.5mm

13.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

300m

MSRP

$5,350

$304

lowest

Movement

Mechanical

Ronda 715Li

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
16.5mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
16.5mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Apex II 43mm
n/a
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Ronda 715Li
Type
Mechanical
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,350
$304
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Reviews

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Bremont Waterman Apex

Owners praise the Bremont Waterman Apex for its impressive and colorful design, featuring a retro-inspired wave-patterned dial and shark fin motif. Reviewers highlight its robust build, DLC-coated case barrel, and ceramic bezel, with excellent low-light visibility from distinct blue and green Super-LumiNova glows. Some owners find Bremont watches appealing, on par with brands like Rolex, and commend the company's first-class service, though others question the pricing. The Bremont Waterman Apex is a 43mm watch with 500m water resistance and GMT functionality, powered by an automatic GMT movement. However, its 16.5mm thickness and 51mm lug-to-lug measurement make it a substantial watch not suited for smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Waterman Apex highly for its striking design and robust build quality, despite some concerns regarding its price point.

Cooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch

Owners widely praise the solid construction and reliable Ronda 715Li quartz movement of the Cooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch, viewing it as a good homage with features like a screw-down crown and sapphire crystal. The text on the bezel is specifically noted as well-executed against the matte black ceramic. However, some in the community consider the Cooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch pricey for its specifications and express disapproval regarding its branding and dial markings. One owner notes the 15mm thickness, which is greater than some alternatives to accommodate tritium vials. On balance, owners appreciate the robust build and homage design of the Cooper Watches MWC 2024 Pattern Quartz Military Divers Watch, despite some reservations about its value proposition and branding.

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