The Dive Watch Connection

I owned a SM500 but overweight for my likings. I am looking at MB II now but seeking the feedback from owners here in wear comfort and price point (close to a SM500). Merry X'mas gents.

The MBII is not thin but is thinner than the SM500. Also, I think due to the internal vs external bezel added to thickness. Going thru numerous Bremonts, I was immediately struck at how the MBII wore smaller to me.

The Lume is better on the SM500 but The MBII would be more of a daily wearer in my opinion

I love the SM500 but At the end of the day having owned both, I would like to own another MBII

Couple quick shots of SM v. U2, which is the same case







I wear them both quite a bit. The U2/MB is incredibly comfortable.

Agree with Mike on the other points

The MBII wore smaller on my wrist as well, but I always felt it lacked something. Overall, the SM500 was a more attractive watch to me, but I have failed to find any Bremonts with staying power despite numerous failed attempts.

I'm very happy with the fit and size of the MBII, as well as the design.





As sharp as the other versions look, I knew I would not wear those as often as the anthracite.


Down sides, not the strongest lume, as already pointed out, and a shallow lug depth.

4pfrench wrote:Couple quick shots of SM v. U2, which is the same case







I wear them both quite a bit. The U2/MB is incredibly comfortable.

Agree with Mike on the other points

Thanks for the pics. I can judge the size comparison. I am thinking more works are done in SM500 (depths, lume, etc) but price point is as competitive as MB II. Is it the anti-shock that command the price point?

mattcantwin wrote:I'm very happy with the fit and size of the MBII, as well as the design.





As sharp as the other versions look, I knew I would not wear those as often as the anthracite.


Down sides, not the strongest lume, as already pointed out, and a shallow lug depth.

I've always liked that combo Matt.

I've had the MBII, SM500, and Alt1C...I thought the MBII wore smaller than SM500...

MBII was my favorite. I didn't care for the rubber strap on the SM500 and the lume triangle never seemed to line up...Solid watch maybe a bit overpriced...

Good luck..