Bremont Watches

Bremont Watches

Bremont is a brand that set out to do something bold: build modern mechanical tool watches in Britain, with aviation roots, rugged specs, and military-grade credibility.

They’re not riding on heritage. They’re building it. One hardened steel case at a time.

A Little History

Bremont was founded in 2002 by brothers Nick and Giles English — former pilots with a passion for engineering and horology. The name came from a French farmer

who once helped them after an emergency landing. The brand? Born from a mix of British aviation history and mechanical obsession.

From day one, Bremont positioned itself around:

  • Military-issued watches

  • Aircraft-grade case technology

  • Legit field and flight specs

  • And most notably: bringing watchmaking back to the UK

They set up shop in Henley-on-Thames, built out manufacturing in-house, and began developing proprietary movement components under the name ENG300 series 

launched in 2021. Before that, most movements were modified ETA or Sellita — but the finishing and toughness were always there.

What Collectors Love

Bremont watches are designed to be used, not just displayed.

Standout collections include:

  • Supermarine — their dive line. 300–500m WR, ceramic bezels, hardened cases, and aviation-inspired legibility.

  • ALT1 — pilot chronographs with tri-compax layouts and anti-shock technology.

  • MB (Martin-Baker) — made in partnership with the ejection seat manufacturer; tested to survive actual ejection scenarios.

  • Broadsword and Arrow — part of their military series, inspired by WWII-era British MOD-issued watches.

  • Longitude and ENG300 — showcasing their push into in-house movement development.

The case construction is a real standout — Bremont’s Trip-Tick® case is made of hardened steel and designed for impact resistance and modular servicing.

Dials are always crisp, anti-reflective coatings are top-tier, and WR is real-world tested.

Why Bremont Deserves Respect

Because they’re doing the work — building watches in England, supplying special editions to real military squadrons, and backing it up with product you can actually wear hard.

They’re not trying to compete with Swiss heritage. They’re trying to build British legitimacy, one watch at a time. And that means designing for pilots, divers

and explorers who actually use their tools — not just wear them with suits.

Bonus points: the strap quality, case finishing, and lume execution are consistently excellent across the board.

What’s Out There Now

Bremont’s current lineup includes:

  • Supermarine S300/S500 — in 40mm and 43mm divers, often with vintage-leaning lume and color options

  • MBII/MBIII — pilot watches with internal rotating bezels, chronometer-grade autos, and anti-shock systems

  • ALT1-C and ALT1-P — chronographs with vintage cockpit design cues

  • Broadsword Jet, Argonaut, and Arrow — military-style field watches under the HMAF partnership

  • Limited Editions — often tied to aviation, mountaineering, or motorsport history

Pre-owned market: strong, but underappreciated — which means you can get a ton of value in terms of movement, construction, and real-wear utility.

Fed’s Take

Bremont isn’t for everyone. If you’re all about horological lineage and Geneva stripes, this isn’t your stop. But if you want a tool watch with aviation DNA, overbuilt cases

and a unique story, Bremont delivers.

I’ve sold a bunch — and they never feel flimsy. The MB series especially? Tough as nails, and that case shape just wears right. Plus, they’re one of the few brands actually

making moves to rebuild local watchmaking. You’ve got to respect that.

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