Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION is the cheaper of the two at $2,600, against $6,300 for the Bremont Altitude Chronograph — a $3,700 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Bremont Altitude Chronograph is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude Chronograph or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude Chronograph.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude Chronograph run compared to the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude Chronograph uses the BE-50AE and the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude ChronographvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bremont Altitude Chronograph

alt42-chr-g-ss-si-l-s

MSRP $6,300

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.910.4.99.6

MSRP $2,600

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude Chronograph42mm

ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Power Reserve

Altitude Chronograph40h

ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Water Resistance

Altitude Chronograph100m

ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

Altitude Chronograph$6,300

ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Silver

Blue

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

BE-50AE

L888.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,300

$2,600

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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.

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Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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