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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGA293

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
SBGA29340.2mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
SBGA29372h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
SBGA293100m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
SBGA293$5,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40.2mm
Thickness
14.7mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$5,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

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