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Bremont MBIIvsCitizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC
CitizenSeries 8 880 GMT Black DLC
MSRP $1,995

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC41mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC50h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC$1,995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
43mm
41mm
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
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
9054
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$1,995

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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 8 880 GMT Black DLC

Owners and reviewers praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC for its robust build, original angular design, and textured dial reminiscent of Tokyo skyscrapers. The flyer GMT complication, 100m water resistance, and integrated bracelet are highlighted as strong travel watch features. Some owners find the 40mm or 41mm case size well-weighted and magical, while others note it might be a tad bulky. Criticisms consistently point to the pin-and-collar bracelet system and the lack of micro-adjustment, with one owner finding minute indices less clear. The price is considered fair, ranging from EUR 1,195 to $1,695. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC is regarded as a strong debut with a sensible design for travelers and those appreciating its aesthetic.

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