Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the Brew Metric?

At MSRP the Brew Metric is the cheaper of the two at $475, against $4,250 for the Bremont Altitude 39 Date — a $3,775 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the Brew Metric?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date wears larger at 39mm versus 36mm for the Brew Metric — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude 39 Date or the Brew Metric?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Brew Metric.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude 39 Date run compared to the Brew Metric?

The Bremont Altitude 39 Date runs a automatic caliber (BE-92AE), while the Brew Metric runs a meca-quartz (VK68).

Side by side

Bremont Altitude 39 DatevsBrew Metric

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

Bremont Altitude 39 Date

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MSRP $4,250

Brew Metric

MSRP $475

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude 39 Date39mm

Metric36mm

Power Reserve

Altitude 39 Date40h

Metric—

Water Resistance

Altitude 39 Date100m

Metric50m

MSRP

Altitude 39 Date$4,250

Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Silver

Black

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

8 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

VK68

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,250

$475

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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.

Bremont Altitude 39 Date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bremont Altitude 39 Date as a sleek, legible, and everyday-suited pilot's watch, noting its comfortable 39mm 904L steel case and clean dial design. The La Joux-Perret G100 movement is recognized for its 68-hour power reserve and smooth winding feel. Some owners note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. On balance, the consensus is that the Bremont Altitude 39 Date is highly regarded for its refined finishing and wearability at 39mm.

The Brew Metric is widely praised for its 1970s-inspired retro design, with reviewers and owners specifically highlighting its unique dial aesthetics, compact 36mm case size, and comfortable wearability on various wrist sizes. The watch's finishing is frequently lauded, with particular appreciation for its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces and well-executed gold treatment. Owners also note the pleasing feel of the pushers and crown, the accuracy of the VK68 meca-quartz movement, and the sapphire crystal. However, some owners report quality control issues, including dial defects and missing lume, and a few find the bezel dents easily. The bracelet is a point of contention, with some finding it uncomfortable and prone to pulling arm hairs, while others praise its dramatic taper. The watch's 50-meter water resistance is considered cautious by one reviewer, and the lug width of 19.85mm limits strap options.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique design and compact dimensions are praised. The bracelet is noted as stiff and lacking flexibility. Reviewers were divided on whether the Seiko NH35A movement or the meca-quartz movement offered better value at the price point.

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