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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
Ludwig
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig
MSRP $2,290

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
Ludwig35mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
Ludwig53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
Ludwig50m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
Ludwig$2,290

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
14.7mm
6.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$2,290

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig for its exceptional blend of traditional Roman numerals and railroad ticks with modern design, highlighting fine details like the tiny crown logo, exceptional dial printing, and blued steel hands. Reviewers note the in-house Alpha caliber and the value at its price point, with one source calling it a perfect tuxedo watch. The Ludwig neomatik 41 date is commended for its Roman numerals on the date wheel, matching the dial, and its enamel-white dial with blued leaf hands. The 35mm manual wind version is considered ideal for its classic size and Bauhaus simplicity, though some prefer larger 38mm or 40mm Automatik models. The Ludwig Neomatik Ref. 282 measures 36.0 mm diameter, 7.0 mm height, and 46.0 mm lug-to-lug, featuring an elegant cream dial and a beautiful caseback showcasing the in-house DUW 3001 caliber.

From video reviewers

The NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig has a notable lug-to-lug fit that's comfortable on smaller wrists. A potential drawback is the relatively high price point compared to similar offerings from other brands. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with some considering 35mm and others 38mm or 39mm suitable options.

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