Bremont Waterman ApexvsTAG Heuer 1500 Series

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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

TAG Heuer 1500 Series at true scale

1500 Series

Diameter

43mm

40mm

Thickness

16.5mm

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Water Resistance

500m

highest

200m

MSRP

$5,350

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Movement

Mechanical

ETA 955.112 / 955.114

Case

8 specs
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
16.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
16.5mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Brushed and Polished
Water Resistance
500m
200m
Caseback
n/a
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Apex II 43mm
Champagne
Texture
n/a
Granite
Indices
n/a
Combination of circular and rectangular baton hour-markers

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
ETA 955.112 / 955.114
Type
Mechanical
Quartz
Jewels
0
7

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,350
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Reviews

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

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.

TAG Heuer 1500 Series

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer 1500 Series for its classic 90s quartz diver aesthetic, with many specifically highlighting the unique granite and antique orange patinated dials as standout features. The watch is also noted for its slender profile and matte finish, offering a balanced design that bridges the utilitarian 1000 series and the more stylish 2000 series. Some owners find the reuse of Rolex Submariner-style hour markers detracts from TAG Heuer's brand image during that era. Many models for sale are noted to be missing lume pips or their original bracelets. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer 1500 Series highly for its distinctive dial options and enduring 90s design at an accessible price point.