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<p>Bremont Supermarine All-Ceramic Deep Blue Watch
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<p>Bremont’s dive watch swaps sober black for a stylish shade of blue.</p>
<p>The Bremont Supermarine All-Ceramic Deep Blue introduces a deep blue ceramic case to the brand’s 500-meter dive watch collection. This iteration offers a more relaxed take on the Supermarine line; its understated color palette and refined case craftsmanship lend a stylish, casual flair to this Sellita-powered timepiece.</p>
<p>Sometimes, the impact of color is surprisingly profound. In the case of the Bremont Supermarine, the deep blue hue of its ceramic case and bezel creates an aesthetic entirely distinct from the black ceramic models in the same collection.</p>
<p>replica bremont Supermarine watches</p>The deep blue tone is remarkably subtle—to my eye, it avoids the “plasticky” look that can sometimes plague brighter blue ceramic cases. The distinct brushed texture on the case imparts a metallic quality, making it convincing enough at a glance to be mistaken for PVD-coated steel.
While ceramic is not without its flaws—it can crack under extreme torsional stress or upon impact with a sufficiently hard surface—its practical advantages far outweigh these rare risks. For instance, its inherent scratch resistance is particularly beneficial when changing straps, as the spring bars won’t scratch the inner lugs during installation.
Another advantage of ceramic is that watchmakers performing repairs won’t be tempted to polish it.
The strengths of the Supermarine lie in its masterful dial design and relatively slim case. The wave-patterned dial is striking yet unobtrusive, while the 13mm thickness—complemented by a flat case back—ensures that what could otherwise be a bulky watch remains understated and comfortable on the wrist.
The only element I would change on the Supermarine is the “London” inscription on the dial. In my view, an indication of origin should be sacrosanct; therefore, the “London” label at the six o’clock position feels somewhat misleading. I have the same reservation regarding Urban Jürgensen watches—which are otherwise excellent—in that they are labeled “Copenhagen” despite being manufactured in Biel/Bienne. In other words, while this is conceptually bothersome, it is not a fatal flaw.
In terms of pricing, the Supermarine sits in a similar segment to ceramic watches from Tudor and Chanel that utilize Kenissi-manufactured movements. The all-black Tudor Black Bay Ceramic, featuring a METAS-certified Master Chronometer movement and a longer power reserve, comes in at a slightly lower price point. At a slightly higher price, one could opt for the Chanel J12, which features a blue ceramic case—strikingly similar to that of the Supermarine—along with a matching ceramic bracelet.
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Although the era of military-issued mechanical watches has long since passed, Bremont continues to produce small-batch, commemorative unit-specific watches at the request of military personnel.
A Slim Yet Capable Timepiece
Another notable feature of the Supermarine is its relatively slender profile. While a 43mm diameter is by no means small, the understated appearance of the deep-blue case effectively mitigates any sense of visual bulk. At 13mm thick, it is remarkably slim for a watch with a 500-meter water-resistance rating.For comparison, the Tudor Pelagos offers the same level of water resistance with a case thickness of 14.3mm. Relative to other dive watches with similar water-resistance ratings, the Supermarine’s titanium case back—which screws into an internal titanium housing—is notably flat, ensuring the watch sits securely and unobtrusively on the wrist.
The secret to this slimness lies in the internal architecture. Unlike the brand’s Altitude collection, which utilizes the La Joux-Perret G100 movement, the Supermarine series employs a Sellita movement—specifically the latest SW300-1. Thanks to an improved mainspring barrel, this movement now offers a 56-hour power reserve.
While this falls short of the 68-hour power reserve found in the G100, the Sellita movement measures only 3.6mm in thickness—nearly 1mm thinner than the G100. While that may seem like a marginal difference, it goes a long way toward explaining the Supermarine’s remarkably slim profile. I question how often a helium escape valve is actually used in real-world scenarios, but its understated presence on a high-spec, professional-grade dive watch like the Supermarine is certainly a welcome touch. The valve itself is positioned at 9 o’clock and sits flush with the case—much like the one found on the aforementioned Pelagos.
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