Which is cheaper, the Bremont MBII or the Longines EVIDENZA?

At MSRP the Bremont MBII is the cheaper of the two at $5,400, against $8,150 for the Longines EVIDENZA — a $2,750 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont MBII or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Bremont MBII wears larger at 43mm versus 30.6mm for the Longines EVIDENZA — a 12.4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont MBII or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Bremont MBII is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines EVIDENZA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont MBII or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Longines EVIDENZA carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont MBII.

What movement does the Bremont MBII run compared to the Longines EVIDENZA?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont MBII uses the BE-36AE and the Longines EVIDENZA uses the L592.5.

Side by side

Bremont MBIIvsLongines EVIDENZA

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

Bremont MBII

mbii-wh-blue-bracelet

MSRP $5,400

Longines EVIDENZA

L2.142.8.73.2

MSRP $8,150

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

MBII43mm

EVIDENZA30.6mm

Power Reserve

MBII40h

EVIDENZA45h

Water Resistance

MBII100m

EVIDENZA30m

MSRP

MBII$5,400

EVIDENZA$8,150

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Dial Color

White

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

BE-36AE

L592.5

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,400

$8,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

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Longines EVIDENZA

Owners widely praise the Longines EVIDENZA for its distinctive tonneau shape, which is seen as a refreshing alternative to standard rectangular watches, and its intricate detailing, including scalloped case ridges and a guilloche dial. The blued hands and dial texture are frequently highlighted as elegant features, with one owner cherishing theirs for 16 years. Some find the date window on the chronograph variant detracts from the overall design, while others appreciate its utility, and one owner notes the "6" numeral is partially cut off. On balance, owners rate the Longines EVIDENZA highly for its unique aesthetic and refined detailing.

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