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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGR299

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
SBGR29942mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
SBGR29972h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
SBGR299100m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
SBGR299$4,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Thickness
14.7mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
9S61
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$4,300

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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 SBGR299

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGR299 for its striking blue second hand, silver rhodium dial, no-date design, and the impressive 72-hour power reserve, noting its excellent value. The watch's high polish finishing is frequently described as outstanding, akin to a polished samurai sword. Some owners express concern over legibility due to silver hands on a silver dial, though this is not a universal sentiment. One owner reported accuracy of approximately -20 seconds per day, while another found the 42mm case size wearable. The pre-owned price is noted around $3,399.00. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR299 highly for its exceptional finishing and distinctive design elements at its price point.

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