Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

At MSRP the Astor + Banks Terra Scout is the cheaper of the two at $995, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $5,305 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Astor + Banks Terra Scout — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

The Astor + Banks Terra Scout is rated to 201m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Terra Scout run compared to the Bremont Altitude Chronograph?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Terra Scout uses the La Joux-Perret G100 and the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE.

Side by side

Astor + Banks Terra ScoutvsBremont Altitude Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Astor + Banks Terra Scout

terra-scout

MSRP $995

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

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MSRP $6,300

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Terra Scout38.5mm

Altitude Chronograph42mm

Power Reserve

Terra Scout40h

Altitude Chronograph40h

Water Resistance

Terra Scout201m

Altitude Chronograph100m

MSRP

Terra Scout$995

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G100

BE-50AE

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$995

$6,300

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Astor + Banks Terra Scout

Owners praise the Astor + Banks Terra Scout for its compelling value and well-executed sandwich dial. The watch features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement regulated to +/- 8 seconds per day with a 68-hour power reserve, and offers 200 meters of water resistance within a compact 38.5mm case. Some reviewers noted a desire for a no-date configuration. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Astor + Banks Terra Scout a well-priced and compelling field-style watch.

From video reviewers

The watch's classic proportions meeting modern aesthetics result in a solid and substantial feel. The layered sandwich dial with a dedicated minute track is a thoughtful execution of the brand's design language. The watch's water-resistance is not mentioned, potentially leaving users uncertain about its capabilities.

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Bremont Altitude Chronograph

Owners note faint marks on the case sides and back, with minor wear and creasing on the strap. Reviewers flag the "DANGER EJECTION SEAT" wordmark on the dial as a divisive design choice that disrupts the MB series' usual stark tone, though they praise the improved smoothness and click precision of the Roto Click rotating bezel. On balance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph elicits mixed reactions, with design elements like the dial text being a point of contention for reviewers.

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