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Bremont MBIIIvsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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MBIII
BremontMBIII
MSRP $5,450
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBIII43mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
MBIII40h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
MBIII100m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
MBIII$5,450
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
43mm
36mm
Thickness
14.5mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
14.5mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Armoured II
DLC

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,450
$499

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

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