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Bremont MBIIvsCitizen Series 8 870

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Series 8 870
CitizenSeries 8 870
MSRP $1,595

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Series 8 87040.8mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Series 8 87050h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Series 8 870100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Series 8 870$1,595

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
40.8mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
11mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
White
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
0950
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$1,595

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

Citizen Series 8 870

The Citizen Series 8 870 is praised for its sharp 40mm steel case with unique bezel construction and a glossy dial featuring finely brushed and polished applied hour markers. It is powered by the in-house caliber 0950 automatic movement, which operates at 4Hz and offers a 50-hour power reserve with enhanced magnetic resistance. The limited edition features a black Duratect DLC coated case, a carbon fiber dial, and is regulated to -5/+10 seconds per day. On balance, reviewers highlight the Series 8 870's distinctive case finishing and the robust in-house movement as key strengths.

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