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Bremont MBIIvsGrand Seiko SBGA293

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
SBGA29340.2mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
SBGA29372h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
SBGA293100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
SBGA293$5,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
40.2mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$5,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

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