The Bremont’s new Supermarine 500M Polar White emerges as a bold statement of engineering capability and design ethos. Released just a few days ago and showcased by British kitesurfing champion Tom Bridge in the heart of Tarifa, Spain, this edition continues the Supermarine collection’s legacy, blending adventure with technical sophistication. Bremont once again demonstrates a deep commitment to high-performance timepieces that are as striking to behold as they are robust beneath the surface.
The Supermarine 500M Polar White’s dial stands out with an artistic three-dimensional wave pattern, a motif inspired by the endless motion of the ocean’s surface. The textured white dial is paired with a crisp white ring, where printed minute markers neatly frame the canvas. Applied indexes are filled with next-generation Super-LumiNova®, offering a vibrant blue emission that greatly enhances visibility, both in daylight and in the dim depths of the sea.
Sword-shaped hands, crafted in polished Black Gold and also filled with luminous material, complement the clarity of the dial, ensuring readings remain legible during even the most demanding underwater excursions. The overall effect is one of dynamic contrasts: the purity of the white dial sharply offset by the brooding black ceramic bezel and blue lume accents, giving it an unmistakable summer flair and clarity that is as inviting as it is practical.
Delving beneath the surface, Bremont equips the Supermarine 500M White with the formidable BB64AH automatic movement. This mechanical engine features a 25-jewel construction, leveraging a Glucydur balance wheel for exceptional stability, and an Anachron balance spring alongside a Nivaflex mainspring, materials chosen for their reliability and resistance to environmental stresses and magnetism. Operating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), the movement offers a highly respectable 56-hour power reserve, ensuring the watch remains operational for extended periods between wears.
The technical refinement is matched by understated detailing, from the precise assembly and secure fitting to the robust construction underpinning Bremont’s reputation for reliability. The movement powers central hour, minute, and seconds hands, with an elegantly framed date aperture situated at three o’clock, adding useful functionality without compromising the dial’s balanced aesthetics.
A 43mm case, manufactured from premium 904L stainless steel, encapsulates the Supermarine 500M’s technical capabilities. The choice of 904L steel elevates resistance to corrosion, particularly pertinent when confronting the rigours of saltwater environments. This generation’s case exudes symmetry and thoughtfulness, integrating protective crown and bezel guards, whilst retaining a slimness that belies its strength.
The uni-directional bezel, made of highly durable black ceramic, is as functional as it is visually compelling, ensuring safe timing during decompression stops. Beneath the surface lies a helium escape valve, a nod to its suitability for professional saturation diving, and a decorated screw-down case back engraved with an evocative depiction of the world’s oceans. The domed, anti-reflective sapphire crystal safeguards the dial with remarkable clarity and scratch resistance.
Versatility in wearability is assured thanks to Bremont’s quick-release Supermarine bracelet crafted in 904L steel, boasting infinity-shaped links that alternate between satin and polished finishes, delivering both comfort and kinetic fluidity on the wrist. Alternative straps, including a rugged black rubber and anthracite NATO, further extend its adaptability. With a water resistance rated to 500 metres, alongside dimensions that include a 50mm case length, 12.98mm depth and 22mm lug width, the Supermarine 500M White remains steadfast in the face of extreme underwater pressure.
The Supermarine 500M Polar White encapsulates Bremont’s mantra “Take It Further” in its very construction. CEO Davide Cerrato’s vision for refined elegance and technical excellence manifests vividly here. This edition is not only purpose-built for the seasoned diver but also projects a fresh aesthetic that captures the spirit of British summer adventure—a union of design, resilience and clarity shaped by the sea, for those undaunted by its depths.
Here, Bremont’s expertise sings through every facet: the engineering, the artistry, the narrative. Whether at the convergence of wind and water in Tarifa or atop the wrist during daily pursuits, the Supermarine 500M stands poised to endure, inspire, and stand out above and below the waves. The watch is priced at €5.200,00 on bracelet and €4.900,00 on NATO strap.
