Savvy watch collectors on the lookout for investment pieces must predict. Predicting requires matching current events to known historical patterns that add value to watches. England’s Bremont Watches is matching three compelling patterns simultaneously: 1) after a major investment round, the company’s founders have recently departed , 2) the new leadership is making sudden, drastic changes to both brand and products, and 3) early Bremont watches are aging into neo-vintage status.
It’s a trifecta of potential collectability. We reached out to watch expert Jason Heaton , who has been a notable fan of Bremont for many years, and he told Robb Report , “For a relatively young brand, Bremont has always had an eye on history and legacy, not only through their distinctive yet timeless designs, but also through their ambitious early limited editions. These watches not only paid tribute to significant historical events, but also physical elements, such as fabric or metal from iconic aircraft, and wood from a famous warship.
Some of the early generation Bremont watches even now look like neo-vintage classics. Their durable build also means these collectibles don’t need to be coddled.” We also tapped Jason Heaton for some specific model recommendations (see our list below).
However, before we jump into the various collectible Bremont models, let’s quickly consider the departure of the founders, the drastic changes happening under new leadership, and what it means for a watc.