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Bremont MBIIIvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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MBIII
BremontMBIII
MSRP $5,450
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBIII43mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
MBIII40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
MBIII100m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
MBIII$5,450
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
13mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Armoured II
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$3,145

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What people say

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Bremont MBIII

The Bremont MBIII is praised for its versatile pilot's watch design, excellent dial visibility, and shock-resistant chronometer movement housed in a 43mm Trip-Tick case with a Faraday cage. Owners appreciate its unique origin story tied to Martin-Baker ejection seats and the brand's distinctive design language, with some noting the orange barrel accent. The watch features a 24-hour scale, 100m water resistance, and an improved Roto Click bezel. However, the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" dial text is considered divisive, and its ETA 2892 GMT movement is not a "true" GMT as only the 24-hour hand is independently adjustable. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Bremont MBIII for its robust build and unique aviation-inspired narrative.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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