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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsFormex Essence FortyOne

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
Essence FortyOne
FormexEssence FortyOne
MSRP $1,890

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
Essence FortyOne41mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
Essence FortyOne41h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
Essence FortyOne100m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
Essence FortyOne$1,890

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.7mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Arctic White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$1,890

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What people say

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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.

Formex Essence FortyOne

Owners widely praise the Formex Essence for its comfortable bracelet, excellent finishing, and slim wearability, with some considering it the best in its price range. Reviewers highlight its compelling value, sporty-chic aesthetic, and build quality that suggests a more expensive product, noting the patented suspension system and chronometer-certified movement. Some owners dislike the brand name and logo, and the dial design is considered derivative by some. The 43mm case wears well due to its 10mm thickness and 49mm lug-to-lug, though some find it large on smaller wrists. A point of contention for some is the non-screw-down crown, despite its 100m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Essence highly for its exceptional comfort and build quality at its price point.

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