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Bremont ionBirdvsFerro Distinct 2

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Distinct 2
FerroDistinct 2
MSRP $445

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Distinct 244mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Distinct 240h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Distinct 250m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Distinct 2$445

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$445

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Ferro Distinct 2

The Ferro Distinct 2 is noted for its well-polished finish and a screw-down crown for improved grip. One owner reports the flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating and the dial has no lume. The watch is available with quartz Ronda, Miyota automatic, or ETA automatic movements and features a 100m water-resistant stainless steel case. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ferro Distinct 2's improved finishing and practical screw-down crown as key strengths.

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