The Best British Made Luxury Dive Watches - Bremont Supermarine S301 & S501 Review 

Glad to finally see a Bremont on the channel. This is one of the brands that really speaks to me.

I have 4 Bremont’s , latest being the 1918 and they are all superbly built watches and easily go up against the bigger boys. I have Omega’s and two rolex subs so I can compare easily . Each to their own of course but I would definitely say they are worth the money in my opinion .

Thank you Tristano for your great review. I’ve have just been presented with a Bremont SUPERMARINE S300/BR BLUE for my 70th birthday, lucky me. I am very impressed indeed with the quality of build, the aesthetics and the excellent finish. It is a Very comfortable fit on my smaller wrist due to the 40mm diameter size and the excellent unique case design- no rear bulge like some automatics. The accuracy and attention to detail is stunning. I am well aware of the comments on it being overpriced and the confusing modified/in house movement claims etc. etc. However I felt like supporting a British company with the courage to start their own brand. I could go on and on but just wished to make a defensive complementary comment/statement. “If one loves something, it’s worth the price”

I really do get the Bremont brand and story and I think that they are a welcome addition to the luxury watch market. I recently purchased a S301 and I am very happy with the watch. For me, the 40mm Dia Bezel is perfect fit as I do have a smaller than average wrist size. The watch is a classic, understated design that I think will still look 'classically modern' for years to come. This was my first purchase after many years of evaluating similar products. Sure, I could have purchased a Rolex or a Omega, but in the end I opted for the Bremont due to me believing in this small, but up-and-coming company. I notice that some of the comments below criticise Bremont for using a purchased Swiss movement. Personally I do not have a problem with this. Bremont should be praised for working to bring more of the manufacturing back into the UK. Surely this is a good thing. We should be supporting and encouraging any UK company that is investing in it's future. I have every confidence that Bremont will go from strength to strength. Come on guys, let's get behind this British company.

I just purchased the Bremont MB II whilst in the Caribbean this spring. It sports the larger 43 mm Trip-Tick case, hardened with the mat finish, day and date ( interestingly the day is available in both English and French - how cool is that?!), and the internal roto-click bezel. It has two actuators, at 2 and 4, and I just love it. I put down my Breitling Blackbird to wear it and haven't picked up the Breitling since. My wrist is about 6 3/4" in circumference so it wears well. Pop a MB II on your wrist and see what I mean. Clean and understated, and very classy!

Loved the review. I bought mine (MBIII) as a treat 3 years ago when I got a new job and wanted a good watch that didn’t scream ostentatiousness. It’s a wonderful timepiece. Being British also helped of course!

"Your intro is amazing!" You must be new here they're all good! Bremont makes amazing watches love their designs.

Nice Intro...reminded me of the RAF 100 fly past on Tuesday in London! 🛩👌🔝

Thank you, we hear too rarely about British watches. For me these watches are in perfect harmony with this special British something. I am seriously thinking to get one. 👍

Bremont is a wonderful company, innovative, several different styles. Nicely done on their background TGV, as always. Thank you.

I live about 15 minutes away from where they are made, very nice brand making very nice watches.

Bremont is to me the luxury analog version of the G-shock. They're tough as nails and you can abuse it in all your outdoor adventures and need not have to worry that it'll stop working. Good review by the way.

...really enjoyed this video mate 👍👏👌😃, thanks, I totally adore Bremont & their story, the farmers crash etc: they literally are down the road from me, well I mean hyperthetically some 20-30 miles away yet still when I get the chance I'll be visiting, their cases alone nevermind the movements, are absolutely incredible..thnks for the video geezer, top-man.

That S300 is a stunner! Absolutely awesome to learn more about this brand - I will definitely look for more from Bremont. Another great one 🍻

Great video TGV. I tried on an S301 a couple of months ago and loved it, it was so comfortable on the wrist and the styling was fantastic. However, the big issue is the price, it's £800 more than the new Black Bay Fifty Eight and as such I'm now on the wait list for one of those. It's a real shame as I love the idea of a watch made in the UK but at that price, its a no go for me.

Brilliant review, I’ve just added the new S300 with white dial and blue bezel to my ever growing collection.

I've just bought the Bremont supermarine 300 in white! ... absolutely love it!!! ... agree with you on the crown position, but it doesn't seem to bother me now I'm wearing it ... I have the fabric nato strap as well, which quite frankly makes it the most stunning watch I've ever owned imo. Great video thank you.

Bremont is doing great things on many levels. Great review and close look at the unique designs.

I too feel that same sense of patriotism seeing “London” on the dial. Despite living in Malaysia, I feel some allegiance to British soil. These pieces are literally mouth-watering. My mouth is watering.

I own two Bremont timepieces and I love them both. Bremont makes a solid watch which is tough as nails and they look beautifully unique. Great video TGV. Would love more coverage on Bremont in the future. :)

Gotta say, TGV...I'm a huge movie buff and you choose some of the best scores for your intros. Beowulf had an incredible, and incredibly underrated, soundtrack. One of Alan Silvestri's best since his glory days of Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, etc. Bravo sir!

I own an S501 - Epic watch and worth every penny

Yes I've been waiting so long for this! Bremont has held my interest for a good while with the Supermarines, really glad you've got your hands on them!

At last! GREAT video!!! Nice one TGV!!!! Spot on! Glad you saw the Bremont for what it is and objectively reviewed it rather than having a clouded view on them without knowing really what or who they are. A video that speaks of Bremont in a positive manner (there are others, but the comments and direction of them usually have some element of criticism....and yes, you guessed it, the price is the major issue...). I have owned a Solo now for about 18 months and I ADORE it. I was in the market for a higher end watch as tribute to both my father and father in law who died 3 weeks apart and were both engineers and adored watches. It was a toss up (with the money available to me) between an Omega AT and a Bremont. I saw both and hands down the quality and engineering of the Bremont shone through. The movement, yes, I get. Omega with the Co-axial etc was a big big draw. But in the flesh, the Bremont had it. Those lugs, the shine and finish of the crystal and the burgeoning and rapidly appearing legacy and history (will be even bigger when the eventually get to make their own in-house movement solely in England) sold the Bremont to me. And I absolutely do not regret it. The Omega for me was a "it can wait" watch. The Bremont was a "must have now" watch. The price issue though.....lets address this.....economy of sales. Simple as that. Omega, Rolex, Tudor etc all chuck their watches out at an astonishing rate. By no means does this mean they are inferior or badly put together etc, but Bremont make no more than 8-10K watches a year.....probably a fraction of the numbers the big names make. Yes Rolex have in house movements and have that history, so charge accordingly. Omega too. But their numbers are high. But, if you take recent Tudors (their own in house movement notwithstanding), they were also based on ETA movements, modified to their own standards, as like Bremont. Yet their numbers are vastly higher, but the prices aren't much different. So, why criticise a smaller, lower volume but high end manufacturer on price when a company like Tudor is doing the same with higher numbers and the backing of one of the biggest names in the business? Nobody bats an eyelid at their costs. Then you have the engineering. Is a Tudor (or many others for that matter) made as well? The super hardened steel, the super hardened crystal (patented by the way), the clever case engineering with the shock resistance and the three piece case etc....its all clever stuff that is a little bit beyond what most are offering. Package this, with the economies of sale........should price be an issue or concern? It shouldn't be. Bremont, slightly biased as I may be, are worth every penny I feel when you take it all into consideration. And see one in the flesh.......you see where the quality is. Keep up the great work! Adore your vids! Must watch stuff for me every time!

Wow,, I was absolutely loving this watch,,, price was a downer though

I had a look at the s300 BL in a store the other day... Wow ,it was fabulous, such good proportions and felt very well built indeed. This and the U2 also in blue are just gorgeous!

Beautiful, classy & a great alternative to the same old status symbol watches in this price bracket. Cheers 👍👍

I just bought the S300 last week on the Disney Dream cruise ship. Got the one with the white dial and blue bezel. Love the colorway as it reminds us of the nautical colors associated with the cruise, so it will always bring back great memories. I can’t stop looking at it - it’s beautiful and very well made, and thus far extremely accurate.

Thanks for showing these. Really sharp.

Your reviews are exceptional. Comprehensive, informative, and beautiful to watch.

Thanks TGV for the awesome review!! I you just found my next buy!

Beautiful watches, although I still think that they are overpriced. Sure, I don't know everything that goes into making a watch, but do I really care? No, because I only care about the product itself. If a company decides to produce their watches in Dubai for example, so be it, but I'm not willing to pay a premium for that. A lot of Micros offer a lot more value/$, so there is no reason for me to waste money on a Bremont. If they halved their prices I might consider buying one, but they ask too much. This applies to many big brands too. Of course, these are just my opinions.

Yea I truly love the 301, but the retail price is a bit steep compared to rivals - but what a top class watch

Thanks for showing them, a interestung brand. Also the Intro deserves a place on your best of list. Cheers

i love this brand, and before i went out and bought one i did a lot of reading on them, yes they got into trouble with their claims for an In house movement, and for that they did came out and apologised, not many brands will go out and do that. but the most complaint is that one is paying tons of money for a watch with an ETA movement. many people forget that ETA movements comes in different grades and each grades varies in price. IWC uses a modified Valjoux 7750 in many of their Pilot Chrono. i know this as i own one of IWC's Pilot chronos. you can also get a premium level ETA 2893 movement in a steinhart and for less. and yet steinhart makes wonderful watches.. the fact is several other brands uses ETA and their prices are not similar. If Helmut Sinn was able to market a tough, reliable and eventually iconic Pilot chronograph with links to the post war Luftwaffe, then he was able to do so successfully without relying on advertising or marketing . Bremont, on the other hand followed the Rolex and Omega playbook of using flashy marketing technics including "Brand Ambassadors" this may be a turn off to some watch enthusiasts, but that is how the game is played. But lets take a moment to really look into the watch. since i own the Alt1-ZT/51 i can say that Bremont's watches are extremely well made, being able to use Martin Baker's name in their watch line is a big deal as Martin Baker is a no nonsense company and Bremont was very successful at making a robust watch able to meet Martin Baker's strict requirements. yes Bremont is not cheap, but one can get used ones for a much more affordable price. but as a watch enthusiast, Bremont ticks my list of what i wanted in a watch, that is Build quality, toughness, reliability and yes in my view, very nice watches that are not too flashy. on the subject or in house movements, to be able to make an in-house movement meant a huge amount of money and R&D and clearly bremont has been doing so, it will not happen overnight and they may even have to strike some kind of partnership with other makers (Tudor partnered with Brietling for their in house chrono movement) but it is clear that bremont is investing on eventually being able to make in house movement, and that is something i would respect. Bremont's aim at having their own in house movement is not a gimmick it is a a very difficult task and i hope they will eventually pull it off, Bremont simply got too excited and prematurely announced that they have an in house movement and that was rather unfortunate. I am confident that they will eventually be successful

Them intros never disappoint! Always looking forward to them

Thanks so much mate, love the channel and perfect timing as I am currently considering one

Great review, your enthusiasm always comes through which makes for a good learning experience 👍🏼 It seems with these pieces from Bremont they’re not just vintage inspired but have a genuine real timeless quality to them.

Great to see British top quality fine mechanical watches still exist! The retro and nostalgic touch is just what I love too!

The complaint about modified ETA movements has always been silly to me. Lots of brands (example Panerai) are built on their watch designs, not the movements. Plus, if you're buying an expensive watch, it's nice to know the service is cheaper because it has a more common movement. Loved the video and Bremont has lots of great pieces. Just waiting to be able to snag a rose gold wright flyer.

Super great review Tristano, thank you.

Man, now i have to watch the whole Video again, because i looked throuh your Amazone Shop the whole time. :)

Christopher Ward a more cost effective English watch maker have their own in-house SH21 movement, which is a certified chronometer and also includes an incredible 120 reserve! I do enjoy Bremont watches and I live locally here in Henley but Christopher Ward offer the same quality at a much more affordable price.

I'm always learning new things about cool watches from you. Thank you, Prof, TGV . . cor Blimey!

Agree on the S300 looks great, especially the lug and case design and the quality looks really good with great close up shots, look forward to your next video TGV, always classy, cool and informative.

The brand that got me into mechanical watches! Thank you TGV for another sterling review.

Spectacular intro as usual.. Great work!

Hey Governor, I think you should really make a video about history of British watchmaking. :)

Stunning watches. Great review!

I’ve been eyeing up the S301 in my local jewellers for some time now. A really lovely piece and I live the “romance” of Bremont!

They are unique . True Class . Will be purchasing one very soon .

Splendid review .. just splendid . I like the S301but it is expensive. I might go for the Black Bay 58 instead , without the date though.

Dive watches can't get enough of them.

Beautiful watches and a great review. Thanks TGV, keep making great videos like this.

Wonderful review TGV!

Great review, TGV 👍. Amazing watches with an outstanding case design. A quality example of British horology. O&u, Koen

I needed this review desperately. Both look both stylish & versatile, but I needed TGV's green light to even consider purchasing!

Already gave the video a like with that intro!

Something I just noticed about your videos that I really appreciate...you always have classical music playing subtly in the background. If you are not looking for it, you won't hear it. I've been watching your videos for years and only just noticed this. Fantastic video as usual TGV.

Beautifuly done detailed images TGV. The detailed artistic design nuances of the Bremonts where so well presented. Very impressive timepieces - and it is very cool to see London on the dial. thank you again

You’ve done it again with that intro!👍 Great looking watches (love the big brother!) also love that E-Type!!👍

Great video! I enjoy watching your reviews. Keep up the good work

Great review of Bremont’s classic divers. I am a Bremont owner (you asked us specifically to mention it!) and I have an MBII (quite a rare whit dial and blue barrel). I really love the company, the customer service and the uniqueness of their products. Although you were lent those two I think if you bought them they would also come with rubber straps too as a lot of Bremonts (including mine) come with a spring bar tool and a second rubber strap. Keeps up the good work and a ‘hello’ from the U.K. 👍😊

What a great brand.i know very little about them, but now feel I should.excellent vid and I shall check them out some more.good work fella.

Great review, you can clearly see that you are spending more time on your video editing . Keep up the good work tgv

Thanks for another great video TGV. You've successfully turned my attention to Bremont. I've certainly have heard of them before, but haven't checked them out in quite some time. Keep up the great content!

I quite like the style of Bremont watches, especially their cases. But for the price they’re asking for there is just too much competition out there. Btw great intro again Tristano! 😍

Great video 👍

Big fan of the channel. Always interesting and informative content. I in fact own a Bremont S2000. It’s a big watch but I think it suits my big wrists. Watches are very well made and can withstand a beating. I daily my Bremont on a construction site and there are barely any signs of wear. I purchased mine from an AD in South Africa for way below retail. I did have an issue with the quick set date during the warranty period, however the watch was sent back to the UK for repairs and was back in my hands within a few weeks with no charge for the repair or transport costs. I must disagree with most people and say that they’re good value, considering the toughness, refinement and customer service provided by Bremont, especially when paying around 3800 US from an AD. Big discounts can be had, in South Africa at least. Keep up the good work.

I have to appreciate the creations from my homeland! Best, IC

I’m a big Bremont fan! I went down their aviation pieces and even own a Military special project watch! I am also incredibly keen to see how the brand develops in terms of British watchmaking in the future, let’s see if they can revive the industry!

I have five Bremont watches. My latest is the S301 as limited edition RFU 150th Anniversary model. I was surprised how the smaller diameter looked and the weight, very happy!

Great to see you finally review some Bremont pieces. They do seem to receive polarised views. I'd like you to look into their limited editions, where aircraft parts are incorporated into the rotor and so on. A true limited edition because there is only so much of a vintage warbird available to use, not because (like most brands) they decide to limit the production. I own an ALT1-P and soon will add another piece. Very proud to have a British timepiece on my wrist.

Thank you Tristano for this awesome video, keep it up the good work, saluti 😃

As a value & heritage comparison, perhaps VS Alpina’s Seastrong 300m (525LGG4V6), which looks very similar and goes for about $1k. I think they have been making quality watches in Geneva a bit longer, since about 1883

Tempting...much respect for Bremont. Great video! - Best, David

Maybe a VS with Christopher Ward Trident 600? 1/5 of the price or not in the same league? Both fantastic watches of course!

I do like the impression the S301 gives off. Thanks for the video, Tristano.

Great 'in depth' review of Bremont's dive watch.

Love Bremont I like the story of the company and no one does limited edition models like they do and they have a huge support for the military. It's also great to see this renaissance in the USA and UK for true craftsmanship I'm excited for the day Bremont makes in house movements. I don't own one yet but I did purchase one of their handmade braceletes for the Invictus games but I believe the s300 will be on my wrist soon. Thanks for the video Tristano it's great to see the channel doing so well. And the s500 actually looked good on your wrist despite the size

Great review. Two amazing watches. You make a good point about the pricing, never thought about it in that way.

Best intros on RU-vid!

Great video! Those two watches are gorgeous! I would love to own one. Very nice straps! Cheers!

Very beautiful timepieces. The intros get better every time.

Impeccable finish. Sweet!

Love the aesthetics of Bremont watches. Finishing and attention to detail is top notch.

Great review. I'm a fan of Bremont. Had an MB2 back in the day and always regretted not getting the S500 instead. Don't have a Bremont right now but their Jaguar MK III is one I've been eyeing. Got to meet one of the English brothers (think it was Nick) here at Oster Jewelers here in Denver. A true gentleman. Can definitely see owning a Bremont again someday. Ciao, John

Absolutely stunning design. Thank you for showing us a company that most people wouldn’t have ever heard of Governor.

I'm a massive fan of this case design, absolutely unique, tried one on at a local jewellers and it just looked and felt stunning. Can't say I was overly impressed with the bezel action.

Great video. Very interesting and as usual I learn so much from your videos. The S301 is gorgeous. I would like to have a British timepiece in my collection. Cheers.

This is one of your best, if not the best intro you've ever had.

Lovely.....nothing better than starting the day with a short black and a fresh golden crispy sfogliatella while watching my favorite YT watch reviewer G'day from Oz! 🥐☕⌚🙂👍

Great video. There boutique looks amazing.:)

Nice try from a recent watch manufacturer, however, I don't understand why any one would leave Seiko diver watches for this!

Awesome video! The quality and content of your channel continues to increase with every post. Big fan of your commentary which I find compelling and sincere, even if I don't always agree....however I agree 100% with your assessment of Bremont. I have owned their flagship model, Alt1-C chronograph, for about a year. Yes, the price is a tad high relative to some comparable brands but when you consider their huge manufacturing investment in the UK to support 10,000 unit annual production, it makes sense. I couldn't be happier with the way the watch wears on the wrist. I have small wrists as well and despite the chunky first impression it looks amazing on my wrist. Get tons of compliments. Craftsmanship is truely top notch. .it is very durable and accuracy is remarkable...gains less than a few seconds a month. In fact I use it as a reference for setting the IWC, PP, JLC and BP timepieces in my collection! I Have met the English brothers and think they are really great chaps who have established an amazing brand despite a lot of criticism (which often seems unfair and unwarranted). You should do a review of the Alt1-C...I think you would like it. Keep up the great work!

Great video! .... I recently purchased the Broadsword Recon and I am loving it so far. The scratch resistance and durability are a big thing for me as I only have two watches (the other is a Sinn U50 S Black) so they both get worn in all conditions. I have owned Breitlings, Omegas, Rolexes, Tags, Tudors and many others and I have to say my Bremont is on par and in some ways (at least in my opinion) even better than some of the offerings from those brands. I also love the idea that they're as you said unpretentious and that you don't see everyone that has some extra cash to spend on a watch wearing them.

Bremont watch designs are stunning. Bremont were kind enough to send me their 2017-2018 brochure. A fine watch maker.

Thanks for this review. I’m not an owner yet, but I’ve been looking at them for a while and I want a Super Marine quite badly.

Excellent brand excellent watches excellent video. These are Real high end alternatives to Rolex. You can be sure that nobody around you in a meeting or anywhere else has the same watch you're wearing!

“Micro wrist syndrome”, that is a quality to be proud of.