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Bremont MBIIvsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
9S85
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$6,200

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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 SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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