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Bremont Altitude ChronographvsVario Futurist

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Altitude Chronograph
BremontAltitude Chronograph
MSRP $6,300
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Altitude Chronograph42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Altitude Chronograph40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Altitude Chronograph100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Altitude Chronograph$6,300
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
14.7mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Silver
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,300
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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